US 221/ SR 47 over Kiokee Creek
GoodColumbia County, Georgia · 0.2 MI S of Appling · Structure no. 000000007300460
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 160 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,340
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 221/ SR 47 over Kiokee Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 221/ SR 47 over Kiokee Creek in Columbia County, Georgia. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 6,340 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,025 by 2032. The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 221/ SR 47 over Kiokee Creek built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 221/ SR 47 over Kiokee 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does US 221/ SR 47 over Kiokee Creek carry?
About 6,340 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is US 221/ SR 47 over Kiokee Creek?
The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns US 221/ SR 47 over Kiokee Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.