SR 172 over Mill Shoal Creek
FairElbert County, Georgia · 3.5 MI SW of Bowman · Structure no. 000000010500250
- Built
- 1992
- 33 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 46 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,880
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 172 over Mill Shoal Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 172 over Mill Shoal Creek in Elbert County, Georgia. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 years old, younger 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 2,880 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,225 by 2031. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 172 over Mill Shoal Creek built?
It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 172 over Mill Shoal 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does SR 172 over Mill Shoal Creek carry?
About 2,880 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is SR 172 over Mill Shoal Creek?
The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).
Who owns SR 172 over Mill Shoal Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.