US 17 Ocean HWY over Little Satilla River
FairCamden County, Georgia · 15 MI NE of Woodbine · Structure no. 000000003900110
- Built
- 1955
- 70 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 530 ft
- 9 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,750
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 17 Ocean HWY over Little Satilla River is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 17 Ocean HWY over Little Satilla River 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 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 2,750 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,110 by 2032. The structure is 530 ft (161.5 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| 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 Little Satilla River built?
It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 17 Ocean HWY over Little Satilla River 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 2023.
How much traffic does US 17 Ocean HWY over Little Satilla River carry?
About 2,750 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is US 17 Ocean HWY over Little Satilla River?
The structure is 530 ft (161.5 m) long with a longest span of 104 ft (31.7 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns US 17 Ocean HWY over Little Satilla River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.