SR 197 over Soquee River
GoodHabersham County, Georgia · 10.6 MI NW of Clarksville · Structure no. 000000013700420
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 40 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,530
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 197 over Soquee River is a concrete culvert carrying SR 197 over Soquee River in Habersham County, Georgia. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 1,530 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,385 by 2031. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 197 over Soquee River built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 197 over Soquee River 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 Soquee River carry?
About 1,530 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is SR 197 over Soquee River?
The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).
Who owns SR 197 over Soquee River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.