Cherokee Road over Shoal Creek
GoodClarke County, Georgia · 2 MI SW of Winterville · Structure no. 000000005900710
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,400
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Cherokee Road over Shoal Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Cherokee Road over Shoal Creek in Clarke County, Georgia. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 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 5,400 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,710 by 2031. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 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 | 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 Cherokee Road over Shoal Creek built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.
What condition is Cherokee Road over Shoal 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 2023.
How much traffic does Cherokee Road over Shoal Creek carry?
About 5,400 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Cherokee Road over Shoal Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Cherokee Road over Shoal Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.