SR 20 over Smithwick Creek
GoodCherokee County, Georgia · 6.3 MI SE of Ball Ground · Structure no. 000000005700140
- Built
- 1986
- 39 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 46 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 18,300
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 20 over Smithwick Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 20 over Smithwick Creek in Cherokee County, Georgia. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 years old, younger 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 18,300 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 24,810 by 2031. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 20 over Smithwick Creek built?
It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 20 over Smithwick 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 20 over Smithwick Creek carry?
About 18,300 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is SR 20 over Smithwick Creek?
The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).
Who owns SR 20 over Smithwick Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.