SR 16 over Shoal Creek
FairSpalding County, Georgia · 1.5 MI W of Griffin · Structure no. 000000025500140
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,580
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 16 over Shoal Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 16 over Shoal Creek in Spalding County, Georgia. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 8,580 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,255 by 2031. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 16 over Shoal Creek built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 16 over Shoal Creek 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does SR 16 over Shoal Creek carry?
About 8,580 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is SR 16 over Shoal Creek?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns SR 16 over Shoal Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.