US 129/ SR 24 over Apalachee River
FairMorgan County, Georgia · 2.3 MI N of Apalachee · Structure no. 000000021100070
- Built
- 1931
- 94 years old, rebuilt 1968
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 371 ft
- 8 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,290
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 129/ SR 24 over Apalachee River is a concrete continuous tee beam carrying US 129/ SR 24 over Apalachee River in Morgan County, Georgia. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 1968, so it is 94 years old, older than the Georgia average of 47.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 7,290 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,765 by 2031. The structure is 371 ft (113.1 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 129/ SR 24 over Apalachee River built?
It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1968.
What condition is US 129/ SR 24 over Apalachee River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in August 2024.
How much traffic does US 129/ SR 24 over Apalachee River carry?
About 7,290 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is US 129/ SR 24 over Apalachee River?
The structure is 371 ft (113.1 m) long with a longest span of 75 ft (22.9 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns US 129/ SR 24 over Apalachee River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.