US 17 SR 25 Ocean over Buck Swamp
FairGlynn County, Georgia · 8 MI S of Brunswick · Structure no. 000000012700010
- Built
- 1955
- 70 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 105 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,750
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 17 SR 25 Ocean over Buck Swamp is a concrete tee beam carrying US 17 SR 25 Ocean over Buck Swamp in Glynn County, Georgia. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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 2,750 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,600 by 2031. The structure is 105 ft (32 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 17 SR 25 Ocean over Buck Swamp built?
It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 17 SR 25 Ocean over Buck Swamp 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 US 17 SR 25 Ocean over Buck Swamp carry?
About 2,750 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is US 17 SR 25 Ocean over Buck Swamp?
The structure is 105 ft (32 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.7 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns US 17 SR 25 Ocean over Buck Swamp?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.