SR 17 over Dry Creek
FairJefferson County, Georgia · 6.5 MI NE of Wadley · Structure no. 000000016300120
- Built
- 1955
- 70 years old, rebuilt 1990
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 49 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 470
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 17 over Dry Creek is a steel culvert carrying SR 17 over Dry Creek in Jefferson County, Georgia. It was built in 1955 and reconstructed in 1990, 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 470 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 810 by 2031. The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
Location
Open in Google MapsCondition and inspection
The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 17 over Dry Creek built?
It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1990.
What condition is SR 17 over Dry Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in June 2024.
How much traffic does SR 17 over Dry Creek carry?
About 470 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is SR 17 over Dry Creek?
The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns SR 17 over Dry Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.