SR 23 over Lovett Branch
GoodBurke County, Georgia · 2.5 MI SW of Sardis · Structure no. 000000003300070
- Built
- 1947
- 78 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 590
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 23 over Lovett Branch is a concrete culvert carrying SR 23 over Lovett Branch in Burke County, Georgia. It was built in 1947, so it is 78 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 590 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 660 by 2031. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long and 35 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 23 over Lovett Branch built?
It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 23 over Lovett Branch 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 2024.
How much traffic does SR 23 over Lovett Branch carry?
About 590 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is SR 23 over Lovett Branch?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m) and a deck 35 ft wide.
Who owns SR 23 over Lovett Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.