SR 21 over Polly Creek
GoodEffingham County, Georgia · In City Limits of Rincon · Structure no. 000000010300070
- Built
- 1931
- 94 years old, rebuilt 1998
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 34 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 22,000
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 21 over Polly Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 21 over Polly Creek in Effingham County, Georgia. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 1998, so it is 94 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 22,000 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,860 by 2031. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 21 over Polly Creek built?
It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1998.
What condition is SR 21 over Polly 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 2024.
How much traffic does SR 21 over Polly Creek carry?
About 22,000 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is SR 21 over Polly Creek?
The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns SR 21 over Polly Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.