US Bridges

US 17 / SR 25 over Elbow Creek

Good

Bryan County, Georgia · 3 Miles SW of Richmond Hi · Structure no. 000000002900030

Built
1953
72 years old, rebuilt 1984
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
27,900
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 17 / SR 25 over Elbow Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 17 / SR 25 over Elbow Creek in Bryan County, Georgia. It was built in 1953 and reconstructed in 1984, so it is 72 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 27,900 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 35,130 by 2032. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

CarriesUS 17 / SR 25
CrossesElbow Creek
Location3 Miles SW of Richmond Hi
RouteU.S. Route 17
StateGeorgia
Coordinates31.91596, -81.34727
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating48 US tons
Inventory rating28 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic27,900 (2024)
Projected traffic35,130 by 2032
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$235,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 17 / SR 25 over Elbow Creek built?

It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1984.

What condition is US 17 / SR 25 over Elbow 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does US 17 / SR 25 over Elbow Creek carry?

About 27,900 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is US 17 / SR 25 over Elbow Creek?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns US 17 / SR 25 over Elbow Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.