US 29- SR8 over Sweetwater Creek
GoodGwinnett County, Georgia · 2.5 MI N of Lilburn · Structure no. 000000013500020
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old, rebuilt 1987
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 200 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 28,100
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 29- SR8 over Sweetwater Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying US 29- SR8 over Sweetwater Creek in Gwinnett County, Georgia. It was built in 1972 and reconstructed in 1987, so it is 53 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 28,100 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 40,800 by 2032. The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long and 75 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 29- SR8 over Sweetwater Creek built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1987.
What condition is US 29- SR8 over Sweetwater Creek 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does US 29- SR8 over Sweetwater Creek carry?
About 28,100 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is US 29- SR8 over Sweetwater Creek?
The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 75 ft wide.
Who owns US 29- SR8 over Sweetwater Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.