SR 272 over Bluff Creek
GoodWashington County, Georgia · 8.3 MI NW of Oconee · Structure no. 000000030300270
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 55 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 400
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 272 over Bluff Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 272 over Bluff Creek in Washington County, Georgia. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 400 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 480 by 2032. The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 272 over Bluff Creek built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 272 over Bluff 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 SR 272 over Bluff Creek carry?
About 400 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is SR 272 over Bluff Creek?
The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns SR 272 over Bluff Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.