SR 256 over Briar Creek
GoodWorth County, Georgia · 5.3 MI S of Sumner · Structure no. 000000032100270
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 28 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 960
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 256 over Briar Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 256 over Briar Creek in Worth 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.
It carries about 960 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,425 by 2032. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 256 over Briar Creek built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 256 over Briar 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does SR 256 over Briar Creek carry?
About 960 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is SR 256 over Briar Creek?
The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).
Who owns SR 256 over Briar Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.