US Bridges

SR 166 over Garrett Hill Branch

Good

Carroll County, Georgia · 5.5 MI W of Carrollton · Structure no. 000000004500440

Built
1933
92 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
34 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
9,800
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 166 over Garrett Hill Branch is a concrete culvert carrying SR 166 over Garrett Hill Branch in Carroll County, Georgia. It was built in 1933, so it is 92 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 9,800 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,655 by 2031. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

CarriesSR 166
CrossesGarrett Hill Branch
Location5.5 MI W of Carrollton
RouteState Highway 166
StateGeorgia
Coordinates33.56006, -85.1629
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46 US tons
Inventory rating26.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,800 (2024)
Projected traffic14,655 by 2031
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$199,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 166 over Garrett Hill Branch built?

It was built in 1933, making it 92 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 166 over Garrett Hill 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does SR 166 over Garrett Hill Branch carry?

About 9,800 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is SR 166 over Garrett Hill Branch?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns SR 166 over Garrett Hill Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.