SR 140 over Sardis Creek
GoodCherokee County, Georgia · 2.4 MI SE of Waleska · Structure no. 000000005700260
- Built
- 1942
- 83 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 33 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,970
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 140 over Sardis Creek is a steel culvert carrying SR 140 over Sardis Creek in Cherokee County, Georgia. It was built in 1942, so it is 83 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 8,970 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,795 by 2031. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 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 | 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 140 over Sardis Creek built?
It was built in 1942, making it 83 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 140 over Sardis 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 140 over Sardis Creek carry?
About 8,970 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is SR 140 over Sardis Creek?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns SR 140 over Sardis Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.