SR 23 over Bay Branch
GoodJenkins County, Georgia · 5.2 MI SW of Millen · Structure no. 000000016500120
- Built
- 1937
- 88 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,330
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 23 over Bay Branch is a concrete culvert carrying SR 23 over Bay Branch in Jenkins County, Georgia. It was built in 1937, so it is 88 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 1,330 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,085 by 2031. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.7 mi (35 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 23 over Bay Branch built?
It was built in 1937, making it 88 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 23 over Bay Branch 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does SR 23 over Bay Branch carry?
About 1,330 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is SR 23 over Bay Branch?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.
Who owns SR 23 over Bay Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.