Smith Chaple Road over Poley Creek
FairJohnson County, Georgia · 3 MI NW of Adrian · Structure no. 000000016750230
- Built
- 2002
- 23 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 33 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 50
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Smith Chaple Road over Poley Creek is a steel culvert carrying Smith Chaple Road over Poley Creek in Johnson County, Georgia. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 years old, younger 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 50 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 900 by 2031. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Smith Chaple Road over Poley Creek built?
It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.
What condition is Smith Chaple Road over Poley 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does Smith Chaple Road over Poley Creek carry?
About 50 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Smith Chaple Road over Poley Creek?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).
Who owns Smith Chaple Road over Poley Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.