SR 72 over Fork Creek
GoodMadison County, Georgia · At NE Carlton City Limits · Structure no. 000000019500100
- Built
- 1986
- 39 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 44 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,140
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 72 over Fork Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 72 over Fork Creek in Madison County, Georgia. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 years old, younger 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 1,140 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,035 by 2032. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 72 over Fork Creek built?
It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 72 over Fork 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does SR 72 over Fork Creek carry?
About 1,140 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is SR 72 over Fork Creek?
The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns SR 72 over Fork Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.