SR 197 over Hazel Creek
GoodHabersham County, Georgia · 3.5 MI SE of Clarkesville · Structure no. 000000013700180
- Built
- 1955
- 70 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,690
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 197 over Hazel Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 197 over Hazel Creek in Habersham 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 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 5,690 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,590 by 2031. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 197 over Hazel Creek built?
It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 197 over Hazel 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does SR 197 over Hazel Creek carry?
About 5,690 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is SR 197 over Hazel Creek?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns SR 197 over Hazel Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.