US Bridges

Davis Chapel Churc over Ocmulgee River Trib

Fair

Wheeler County, Georgia · 2 MI E of Scotland · Structure no. 000000030950160

Built
1988
37 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
27 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
158
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Davis Chapel Churc over Ocmulgee River Trib is a steel culvert carrying Davis Chapel Churc over Ocmulgee River Trib in Wheeler County, Georgia. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 years old, younger 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 158 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 156 by 2031. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesDavis Chapel Churc
CrossesOcmulgee River Trib
Location2 MI E of Scotland
RouteCounty Highway 112
StateGeorgia
Coordinates32.05563, -82.77582
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating89 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic158 (2024)
Projected traffic156 by 2031
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$158,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Davis Chapel Churc over Ocmulgee River Trib built?

It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.

What condition is Davis Chapel Churc over Ocmulgee River Trib 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 2024.

How much traffic does Davis Chapel Churc over Ocmulgee River Trib carry?

About 158 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Davis Chapel Churc over Ocmulgee River Trib?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns Davis Chapel Churc over Ocmulgee River Trib?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.