Satellite Blvd. over Sweetwater Creek
FairGwinnett County, Georgia · 2.3 MI SE of Duluth · Structure no. 000000013551080
- Built
- 1983
- 42 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 40 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 24,600
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Satellite Blvd. over Sweetwater Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Satellite Blvd. over Sweetwater Creek in Gwinnett County, Georgia. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 years old, younger 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 24,600 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 51,150 by 2032. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Satellite Blvd. over Sweetwater Creek built?
It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.
What condition is Satellite Blvd. over Sweetwater 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 December 2023.
How much traffic does Satellite Blvd. over Sweetwater Creek carry?
About 24,600 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Satellite Blvd. over Sweetwater Creek?
The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).
Who owns Satellite Blvd. over Sweetwater Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.