US Bridges

SR8 SR10 L US 29 over Mcnutt Creek

Good

Oconee County, Georgia · 3.6 MI N of Watkinsville · Structure no. 000000021900210

Built
1987
38 years old, rebuilt 1999
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
55 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
43,800
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR8 SR10 L US 29 over Mcnutt Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR8 SR10 L US 29 over Mcnutt Creek in Oconee County, Georgia. It was built in 1987 and reconstructed in 1999, so it is 38 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 43,800 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 48,000 by 2032. The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long.

CarriesSR8 SR10 L US 29
CrossesMcnutt Creek
Location3.6 MI N of Watkinsville
RouteU.S. Route 29
StateGeorgia
Coordinates33.91615, -83.40806
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Other Freeway or Expressway

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length55 ft (16.8 m)
Longest span13 ft (4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic43,800 (2024)
Projected traffic48,000 by 2032
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$586,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR8 SR10 L US 29 over Mcnutt Creek built?

It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1999.

What condition is SR8 SR10 L US 29 over Mcnutt 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does SR8 SR10 L US 29 over Mcnutt Creek carry?

About 43,800 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is SR8 SR10 L US 29 over Mcnutt Creek?

The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).

Who owns SR8 SR10 L US 29 over Mcnutt Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.