SR 17 over Douglas Branch
GoodScreven County, Georgia · 2.2 MI SE of Rocky Ford · Structure no. 000000025100060
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 910
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 17 over Douglas Branch is a concrete culvert carrying SR 17 over Douglas Branch in Screven County, Georgia. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 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 910 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,485 by 2032. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 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 17 over Douglas Branch built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 17 over Douglas Branch 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does SR 17 over Douglas Branch carry?
About 910 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is SR 17 over Douglas Branch?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns SR 17 over Douglas Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.