US 19- US 129 over Arkaqua Creek
FairUnion County, Georgia · 2.9 MI S of Blairsville · Structure no. 000000029100090
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old, rebuilt 1980
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 90 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,790
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 19- US 129 over Arkaqua Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying US 19- US 129 over Arkaqua Creek in Union County, Georgia. It was built in 1940 and reconstructed in 1980, so it is 85 years old, older than the Georgia average of 47.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 5,790 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,825 by 2032. The structure is 90 ft (27.4 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 19- US 129 over Arkaqua Creek built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1980.
What condition is US 19- US 129 over Arkaqua Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in July 2023.
How much traffic does US 19- US 129 over Arkaqua Creek carry?
About 5,790 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is US 19- US 129 over Arkaqua Creek?
The structure is 90 ft (27.4 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns US 19- US 129 over Arkaqua Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.