US Bridges

SR 11 over Shoals Creek

Good

Walton County, Georgia · 4.75 MI N of Monroe · Structure no. 000000029700180

Built
1934
91 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
37 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
11,500
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 11 over Shoals Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 11 over Shoals Creek in Walton County, Georgia. It was built in 1934, so it is 91 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 11,500 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,115 by 2032. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesSR 11
CrossesShoals Creek
Location4.75 MI N of Monroe
RouteState Highway 11
StateGeorgia
Coordinates33.85788, -83.72152
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating44 US tons
Inventory rating25.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadH 15
Structure length37 ft (11.3 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 traffic11,500 (2024)
Projected traffic14,115 by 2032
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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$217,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 11 over Shoals Creek built?

It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 11 over Shoals 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 2023.

How much traffic does SR 11 over Shoals Creek carry?

About 11,500 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is SR 11 over Shoals Creek?

The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns SR 11 over Shoals Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.