SR 56 over Yam Grandy Creek
FairEmanuel County, Georgia · 4.2 MI SW of Swainsboro · Structure no. 000000010700310
- Built
- 1974
- 51 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,800
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 56 over Yam Grandy Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 56 over Yam Grandy Creek in Emanuel County, Georgia. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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 1,800 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,310 by 2032. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 56 over Yam Grandy Creek built?
It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 56 over Yam Grandy 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 56 over Yam Grandy Creek carry?
About 1,800 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.
How long is SR 56 over Yam Grandy Creek?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns SR 56 over Yam Grandy Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.