US 221 /SR171 over Ohoopee River
GoodEmanuel County, Georgia · 0.5 MI S of Norristown · Structure no. 000000010751300
- Built
- 1998
- 27 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 437 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 560
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 221 /SR171 over Ohoopee River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 221 /SR171 over Ohoopee River in Emanuel County, Georgia. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 years old, younger 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 560 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,125 by 2032. The structure is 437 ft (133.2 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 221 /SR171 over Ohoopee River built?
It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 221 /SR171 over Ohoopee River 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 US 221 /SR171 over Ohoopee River carry?
About 560 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is US 221 /SR171 over Ohoopee River?
The structure is 437 ft (133.2 m) long with a longest span of 92 ft (28 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.
Who owns US 221 /SR171 over Ohoopee River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.