SR 17 over Carnes Creek
FairStephens County, Georgia · 2 MI S of Toccoa · Structure no. 000000025700200
- Built
- 1985
- 40 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,950
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 17 over Carnes Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 17 over Carnes Creek in Stephens County, Georgia. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 years old, younger 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 9,950 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,705 by 2031. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 17 over Carnes Creek built?
It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 17 over Carnes 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 February 2025.
How much traffic does SR 17 over Carnes Creek carry?
About 9,950 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is SR 17 over Carnes Creek?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).
Who owns SR 17 over Carnes Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.