US 17 Ocean HWY over Tower Swamp
GoodCamden County, Georgia · 2 MI N of Woodbine · Structure no. 000000003900070
- Built
- 1955
- 70 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 99 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,780
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 17 Ocean HWY over Tower Swamp is a concrete tee beam carrying US 17 Ocean HWY over Tower Swamp in Camden County, Georgia. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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 1,780 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,070 by 2032. The structure is 99 ft (30.2 m) long and 34 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 17 Ocean HWY over Tower Swamp built?
It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 17 Ocean HWY over Tower 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does US 17 Ocean HWY over Tower Swamp carry?
About 1,780 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is US 17 Ocean HWY over Tower Swamp?
The structure is 99 ft (30.2 m) long with a longest span of 33 ft (10.1 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns US 17 Ocean HWY over Tower Swamp?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.