I-16 over Salt Creek
GoodChatham County, Georgia · City Limits of Savannah · Structure no. 000000005100860
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 57,600
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I-16 over Salt Creek is a concrete culvert carrying I-16 over Salt Creek in Chatham County, Georgia. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 57,600 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 85,620 by 2031. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 Salt Creek built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is I-16 over Salt Creek 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 Salt Creek carry?
About 57,600 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is I-16 over Salt Creek?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns I-16 over Salt Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.