US 123- SR 17 over Wards Creek
FairStephens County, Georgia · 6.2 MI E of Toccoa · Structure no. 000000025700030
- Built
- 1930
- 95 years old, rebuilt 1962
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,140
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 123- SR 17 over Wards Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 123- SR 17 over Wards Creek in Stephens County, Georgia. It was built in 1930 and reconstructed in 1962, so it is 95 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 3,140 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,635 by 2031. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 23 mi (37 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 123- SR 17 over Wards Creek built?
It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1962.
What condition is US 123- SR 17 over Wards 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 January 2025.
How much traffic does US 123- SR 17 over Wards Creek carry?
About 3,140 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is US 123- SR 17 over Wards Creek?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US 123- SR 17 over Wards Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.