SR 56 - US 221 over Branch Limestone Creek
GoodMontgomery County, Georgia · 1 MI S of Mt Vernon · Structure no. 000000020900090
- Built
- 1937
- 88 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,560
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 56 - US 221 over Branch Limestone Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 56 - US 221 over Branch Limestone Creek in Montgomery 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 1,560 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,710 by 2031. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 56 - US 221 over Branch Limestone Creek built?
It was built in 1937, making it 88 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 56 - US 221 over Branch Limestone 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does SR 56 - US 221 over Branch Limestone Creek carry?
About 1,560 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is SR 56 - US 221 over Branch Limestone Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.
Who owns SR 56 - US 221 over Branch Limestone Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.