US 129 over Town Creek
FairWhite County, Georgia · 7.5 MI W of Helen · Structure no. 000000031100040
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 96 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,580
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 129 over Town Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying US 129 over Town Creek in White 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 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 3,580 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,200 by 2032. The structure is 96 ft (29.3 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
Location
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 129 over Town Creek built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 129 over Town 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does US 129 over Town Creek carry?
About 3,580 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US 129 over Town Creek?
The structure is 96 ft (29.3 m) long with a longest span of 32 ft (9.8 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns US 129 over Town Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.