SR 188 over L. Ochlocknee River O/F
GoodThomas County, Georgia · App 2 MI E of Ochlocknee · Structure no. 000000027500350
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 160 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 750
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 188 over L. Ochlocknee River O/F is a concrete tee beam carrying SR 188 over L. Ochlocknee River O/F in Thomas County, Georgia. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 750 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,230 by 2031. The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 188 over L. Ochlocknee River O/F built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 188 over L. Ochlocknee River O/F 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does SR 188 over L. Ochlocknee River O/F carry?
About 750 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is SR 188 over L. Ochlocknee River O/F?
The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns SR 188 over L. Ochlocknee River O/F?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.