US Bridges

SR 147 over Inman Creek

Good

Toombs County, Georgia · 20 MI S of Lyons · Structure no. 000000027900270

Built
1955
70 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
29 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
850
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 147 over Inman Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 147 over Inman Creek in Toombs County, Georgia. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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 850 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,065 by 2032. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

CarriesSR 147
CrossesInman Creek
Location20 MI S of Lyons
RouteState Highway 147
StateGeorgia
Coordinates31.99707, -82.25522
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating40.9 US tons
Inventory rating24.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length29 ft (8.8 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic850 (2024)
Projected traffic1,065 by 2032
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$170,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 147 over Inman Creek built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 147 over Inman 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does SR 147 over Inman Creek carry?

About 850 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is SR 147 over Inman Creek?

The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns SR 147 over Inman Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.