US Bridges

SR 133 over Withlacoochee River

Good

Lowndes County, Georgia · App 4 MI NW of Valdosta · Structure no. 000000018550600

Built
2000
25 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
460 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
11,900
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 133 over Withlacoochee River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 133 over Withlacoochee River in Lowndes County, Georgia. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 years old, younger than the Georgia average of 47.5 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 11,900 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,530 by 2032. The structure is 460 ft (140.2 m) long and 91 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

CarriesSR 133
CrossesWithlacoochee River
LocationApp 4 MI NW of Valdosta
RouteState Highway 133
StateGeorgia
Coordinates30.8502, -83.33975
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating43 US tons
Inventory rating24.9 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length460 ft (140.2 m)
Longest span140 ft (42.7 m)
Deck width91 ft (27.8 m)
Roadway width88 ft (26.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,900 (2024)
Projected traffic16,530 by 2032
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$4.2 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 133 over Withlacoochee River built?

It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 133 over Withlacoochee River in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in November 2023.

How much traffic does SR 133 over Withlacoochee River carry?

About 11,900 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is SR 133 over Withlacoochee River?

The structure is 460 ft (140.2 m) long with a longest span of 140 ft (42.7 m) and a deck 91 ft wide.

Who owns SR 133 over Withlacoochee River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.