US Bridges

US 221 / SR 56 over Tiger Creek

Good

Treutlen County, Georgia · 1.5 MI E of Soperton · Structure no. 000000028300170

Built
1933
92 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,360
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 221 / SR 56 over Tiger Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 221 / SR 56 over Tiger Creek in Treutlen County, Georgia. It was built in 1933, so it is 92 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 2,360 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,445 by 2032. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long and 36 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 221 / SR 56
CrossesTiger Creek
Location1.5 MI E of Soperton
RouteU.S. Route 221
CountyTreutlen County
StateGeorgia
Coordinates32.3899, -82.57142
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating61 US tons
Inventory rating36.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width36 ft (10.9 m)
Roadway width33 ft (10.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,360 (2024)
Projected traffic2,445 by 2032
Trucks25%
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 proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$123,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 221 / SR 56 over Tiger Creek built?

It was built in 1933, making it 92 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 221 / SR 56 over Tiger 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does US 221 / SR 56 over Tiger Creek carry?

About 2,360 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is US 221 / SR 56 over Tiger Creek?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 36 ft wide.

Who owns US 221 / SR 56 over Tiger Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.