SR 159 over West Fork Deep Creek
GoodPosted for loadTurner County, Georgia · 4.5 MI NW of Ashburn · Structure no. 000000028700240
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 210 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 700
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 159 over West Fork Deep Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying SR 159 over West Fork Deep Creek in Turner County, Georgia. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 700 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,170 by 2031. The structure is 210 ft (64 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 159 over West Fork Deep Creek built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 159 over West Fork Deep 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does SR 159 over West Fork Deep Creek carry?
About 700 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is SR 159 over West Fork Deep Creek?
The structure is 210 ft (64 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns SR 159 over West Fork Deep Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.