SR 97 over North Mosquito Creek
GoodPosted for loadDecatur County, Georgia · 2.3 MI N Ga.-Fla. State L · Structure no. 000000008700220
- Built
- 1949
- 76 years old, rebuilt 1983
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 155 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,540
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 97 over North Mosquito Creek is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 97 over North Mosquito Creek in Decatur County, Georgia. It was built in 1949 and reconstructed in 1983, so it is 76 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 1,540 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,650 by 2032. The structure is 155 ft (47.2 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 97 over North Mosquito Creek built?
It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1983.
What condition is SR 97 over North Mosquito 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does SR 97 over North Mosquito Creek carry?
About 1,540 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is SR 97 over North Mosquito Creek?
The structure is 155 ft (47.2 m) long with a longest span of 31 ft (9.4 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns SR 97 over North Mosquito Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.