SR 126 over Bear Creek
GoodWheeler County, Georgia · 2 MI E of Alamo · Structure no. 000000030900170
- Built
- 1947
- 78 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 43 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 530
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 126 over Bear Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 126 over Bear Creek in Wheeler County, Georgia. It was built in 1947, so it is 78 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 530 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 840 by 2031. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 126 over Bear Creek built?
It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 126 over Bear 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does SR 126 over Bear Creek carry?
About 530 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is SR 126 over Bear Creek?
The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns SR 126 over Bear Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.