SR 171 over Gin Branch
GoodGlascock County, Georgia · 4.4 MI N of Gibson · Structure no. 000000012500060
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,290
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 171 over Gin Branch is a concrete culvert carrying SR 171 over Gin Branch in Glascock County, Georgia. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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 1,290 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,365 by 2031. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 171 over Gin Branch built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 171 over Gin Branch 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 January 2025.
How much traffic does SR 171 over Gin Branch carry?
About 1,290 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is SR 171 over Gin Branch?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns SR 171 over Gin Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.