US Bridges

SR 16 over Whiteoak Creek

Good

Jasper County, Georgia · 1.8 MI E of Monticello · Structure no. 000000015900050

Built
1936
89 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
27 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,410
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 16 over Whiteoak Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 16 over Whiteoak Creek in Jasper County, Georgia. It was built in 1936, so it is 89 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 2,410 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,580 by 2031. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesSR 16
CrossesWhiteoak Creek
Location1.8 MI E of Monticello
RouteState Highway 16
StateGeorgia
Coordinates33.30164, -83.65395
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating65.9 US tons
Inventory rating39.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span13 ft (4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,410 (2024)
Projected traffic2,580 by 2031
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$158,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 16 over Whiteoak Creek built?

It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 16 over Whiteoak 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does SR 16 over Whiteoak Creek carry?

About 2,410 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is SR 16 over Whiteoak Creek?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).

Who owns SR 16 over Whiteoak Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.