US Bridges

US 129BP SR 24 Bp over Horse Branch

Good

Morgan County, Georgia · 1.4 MI NE of Madison · Structure no. 000000021100660

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
12,300
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 129BP SR 24 Bp over Horse Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US 129BP SR 24 Bp over Horse Branch in Morgan County, Georgia. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 12,300 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,125 by 2031. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesUS 129BP SR 24 Bp
CrossesHorse Branch
Location1.4 MI NE of Madison
RouteU.S. Route 129
StateGeorgia
Coordinates33.5859, -83.44697
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,300 (2024)
Projected traffic13,125 by 2031
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 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$190,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 129BP SR 24 Bp over Horse Branch built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 129BP SR 24 Bp over Horse Branch 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does US 129BP SR 24 Bp over Horse Branch carry?

About 12,300 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is US 129BP SR 24 Bp over Horse Branch?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 129BP SR 24 Bp over Horse Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.