SR 72 (ebl) over Broad River
FairMadison County, Georgia · 3 MI NE of Carlton · Structure no. 000000019500110
- Built
- 1935
- 90 years old, rebuilt 1986
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Arch - Deck
- Concrete
- Length
- 557 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,840
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 72 (ebl) over Broad River is a concrete arch - deck carrying SR 72 (ebl) over Broad River in Madison County, Georgia. It was built in 1935 and reconstructed in 1986, so it is 90 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 4,840 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,035 by 2032. The structure is 557 ft (169.8 m) long and 49 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 28 mi (45 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 72 (ebl) over Broad River built?
It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1986.
What condition is SR 72 (ebl) over Broad River 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does SR 72 (ebl) over Broad River carry?
About 4,840 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is SR 72 (ebl) over Broad River?
The structure is 557 ft (169.8 m) long with a longest span of 150 ft (45.7 m) and a deck 49 ft wide.
Who owns SR 72 (ebl) over Broad River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.