SR 22 over Buffalo Creek
GoodOglethorpe County, Georgia · 7.2 MI S of Lexington · Structure no. 000000022100050
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 970
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 22 over Buffalo Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 22 over Buffalo Creek in Oglethorpe County, Georgia. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 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 970 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,065 by 2031. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 22 over Buffalo Creek built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 22 over Buffalo 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does SR 22 over Buffalo Creek carry?
About 970 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.
How long is SR 22 over Buffalo Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns SR 22 over Buffalo Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.