SR 22 over Powell Creek Overflow
GoodHancock County, Georgia · 13 MI NW of Sparta · Structure no. 000000014100130
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 280
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 22 over Powell Creek Overflow is a concrete culvert carrying SR 22 over Powell Creek Overflow in Hancock County, Georgia. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 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 280 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 495 by 2031. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 23 mi (37 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 22 over Powell Creek Overflow built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 22 over Powell Creek Overflow 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does SR 22 over Powell Creek Overflow carry?
About 280 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is SR 22 over Powell Creek Overflow?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns SR 22 over Powell Creek Overflow?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.