SR 138 over Gum Creek
GoodNewton County, Georgia · 1.3 MI E Rockdale CO Line · Structure no. 000000021700170
- Built
- 1962
- 63 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 15,000
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 138 over Gum Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 138 over Gum Creek in Newton County, Georgia. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 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 15,000 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,695 by 2031. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 138 over Gum Creek built?
It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 138 over Gum Creek 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 2025.
How much traffic does SR 138 over Gum Creek carry?
About 15,000 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is SR 138 over Gum Creek?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns SR 138 over Gum Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.