US 17 Ocean HWY over Walker Swamp
GoodCamden County, Georgia · 1 MI S of Woodbine · Structure no. 000000003900050
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 120 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,380
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 17 Ocean HWY over Walker Swamp is a concrete tee beam carrying US 17 Ocean HWY over Walker Swamp in Camden County, Georgia. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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 3,380 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,095 by 2032. The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 17 Ocean HWY over Walker Swamp built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 17 Ocean HWY over Walker Swamp 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does US 17 Ocean HWY over Walker Swamp carry?
About 3,380 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is US 17 Ocean HWY over Walker Swamp?
The structure is 120 ft (36.6 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.
Who owns US 17 Ocean HWY over Walker Swamp?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.