US Bridges

Satellite Blvd. over Bromolow Creek Trib

Good

Gwinnett County, Georgia · 2.3 MI E of Norcross · Structure no. 000000013551270

Built
1985
40 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
20,500
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Satellite Blvd. over Bromolow Creek Trib is a concrete culvert carrying Satellite Blvd. over Bromolow Creek Trib in Gwinnett County, Georgia. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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 20,500 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 25,050 by 2032. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesSatellite Blvd.
CrossesBromolow Creek Trib
Location2.3 MI E of Norcross
RouteCounty Highway 923
StateGeorgia
Coordinates33.94093, -84.16524
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic20,500 (2024)
Projected traffic25,050 by 2032
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$224,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Satellite Blvd. over Bromolow Creek Trib built?

It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.

What condition is Satellite Blvd. over Bromolow Creek Trib 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 December 2023.

How much traffic does Satellite Blvd. over Bromolow Creek Trib carry?

About 20,500 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Satellite Blvd. over Bromolow Creek Trib?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Satellite Blvd. over Bromolow Creek Trib?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.