SR 97 over Four Mile Creek
FairDecatur County, Georgia · 4.5 MI SW of Bainbridge · Structure no. 000000008700230
- Built
- 1946
- 79 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 36 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,160
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 97 over Four Mile Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 97 over Four Mile Creek in Decatur County, Georgia. It was built in 1946, so it is 79 years old, older than the Georgia average of 47.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 3,160 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,065 by 2032. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 97 over Four Mile Creek built?
It was built in 1946, making it 79 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 97 over Four Mile Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in September 2023.
How much traffic does SR 97 over Four Mile Creek carry?
About 3,160 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is SR 97 over Four Mile Creek?
The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).
Who owns SR 97 over Four Mile Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.