US 23 / SR 87 over Shellstone Creek
GoodTwiggs County, Georgia · 2.4 MI S of Tarversville · Structure no. 000000028900430
- Built
- 1993
- 32 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 160 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,010
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 23 / SR 87 over Shellstone Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 23 / SR 87 over Shellstone Creek in Twiggs County, Georgia. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 years old, younger 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 6,010 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,515 by 2031. The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long and 75 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 23 / SR 87 over Shellstone Creek built?
It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 23 / SR 87 over Shellstone 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does US 23 / SR 87 over Shellstone Creek carry?
About 6,010 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is US 23 / SR 87 over Shellstone Creek?
The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 75 ft wide.
Who owns US 23 / SR 87 over Shellstone Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.