I-16 over Hardin Canal
GoodChatham County, Georgia · 7 MI W of Savannah · Structure no. 000000005100840
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 30 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 62,000
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I-16 over Hardin Canal is a concrete culvert carrying I-16 over Hardin Canal in Chatham County, Georgia. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 62,000 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 83,580 by 2031. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I-16 over Hardin Canal built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is I-16 over Hardin Canal 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does I-16 over Hardin Canal carry?
About 62,000 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is I-16 over Hardin Canal?
The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).
Who owns I-16 over Hardin Canal?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.