SR 17 over Baker Creek
FairBurke County, Georgia · 2 MI E of Midville · Structure no. 000000003300560
- Built
- 1993
- 32 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 39 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 990
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 17 over Baker Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 17 over Baker Creek in Burke County, Georgia. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 years old, younger 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 990 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,815 by 2031. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 17 over Baker Creek built?
It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 17 over Baker 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does SR 17 over Baker Creek carry?
About 990 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is SR 17 over Baker Creek?
The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).
Who owns SR 17 over Baker Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.