SR 48 over Alpine Creek
GoodChattooga County, Georgia · 1 MI East of Menlo · Structure no. 000000005500100
- Built
- 1947
- 78 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,230
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 48 over Alpine Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 48 over Alpine Creek in Chattooga County, Georgia. It was built in 1947, so it is 78 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 4,230 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,460 by 2031. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long.
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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 48 over Alpine Creek built?
It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 48 over Alpine 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does SR 48 over Alpine Creek carry?
About 4,230 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is SR 48 over Alpine Creek?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns SR 48 over Alpine Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.