Smokey Road over Noketchee Creek
GoodClarke County, Georgia · 5.2 MI N of Athens · Structure no. 000000005950270
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 460
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Smokey Road over Noketchee Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Smokey Road over Noketchee Creek in Clarke County, Georgia. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 460 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 495 by 2031. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 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 Smokey Road over Noketchee Creek built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is Smokey Road over Noketchee 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 Smokey Road over Noketchee Creek carry?
About 460 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Smokey Road over Noketchee Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Smokey Road over Noketchee Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.