Bells Ferry Road over Oconee River Overflow
GoodPosted for loadWheeler County, Georgia · 16 MI SE of Glenwood · Structure no. 000000030900260
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 544 ft
- 16 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 600
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Bells Ferry Road over Oconee River Overflow is a concrete tee beam carrying Bells Ferry Road over Oconee River Overflow in Wheeler County, Georgia. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 600 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 705 by 2031. The structure is 544 ft (165.8 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 41 mi (66 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 | 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 Bells Ferry Road over Oconee River Overflow built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is Bells Ferry Road over Oconee River Overflow 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 Bells Ferry Road over Oconee River Overflow carry?
About 600 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Bells Ferry Road over Oconee River Overflow?
The structure is 544 ft (165.8 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns Bells Ferry Road over Oconee River Overflow?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.