US Bridges

SR 136 over Hopewell Branch

Good

Murray County, Georgia · Murray-Gordon CO Line · Structure no. 000000021300220

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,259
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 136 over Hopewell Branch is a concrete culvert carrying SR 136 over Hopewell Branch in Murray County, Georgia. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 years old, older 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 2,259 vehicles a day, roughly 21% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,180 by 2032. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesSR 136
CrossesHopewell Branch
LocationMurray-Gordon CO Line
RouteState Highway 136
StateGeorgia
Coordinates34.59067, -84.70005
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating61 US tons
Inventory rating35.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,259 (2024)
Projected traffic3,180 by 2032
Trucks21%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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$141,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 136 over Hopewell Branch built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 136 over Hopewell 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does SR 136 over Hopewell Branch carry?

About 2,259 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 21% are trucks.

How long is SR 136 over Hopewell Branch?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns SR 136 over Hopewell Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.