Georgia Department of Transportation (DOT) is set to replace the Peacock Creek bridge in Liberty County, which will lead to the closure of Lewis Frasier Road/County Road 171 starting July 23. The contractor has been given permission to close the road for up to 150 days and will manage a detour using Lewis Frasier Road, US 84, and US 17. Residents can access their homes up to the work zone.
The current bridge, built in 1971 and now weight restricted, is located about five miles northwest of Riceboro. This project is part of Georgia DOT’s efforts under its Low Impact Bridge Program and Local Bridge Replacement Program aimed at helping local governments replace deficient bridges.
For travel information on Georgia’s interstates and state routes, motorists are encouraged to call 511 for real-time traffic updates. The service provides details on traffic conditions, incidents, lane closures, and delays statewide. In southeast Georgia, CHAMP roadside assistance can also be requested by calling 511.
Georgia Department of Transportation oversees planning, construction, and maintenance of state and federal highways in Georgia. It also supports bridge, waterway, public transit, rail, general aviation, bike and pedestrian programs while assisting local governments with road maintenance. With nearly 4,000 employees dedicated to innovation and safety in transportation systems across the state.
