US Bridges

SR 17- SR 75 over Andrews Creek

Fair

White County, Georgia · 5.2 MI N of Helen · Structure no. 000000031100100

Built
1935
90 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
44 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,560
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 17- SR 75 over Andrews Creek is a steel culvert carrying SR 17- SR 75 over Andrews Creek in White County, Georgia. It was built in 1935, so it is 90 years old, older than the Georgia average of 47.5 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 2,560 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,360 by 2032. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 37.9 mi (61 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 17- SR 75
CrossesAndrews Creek
Location5.2 MI N of Helen
RouteState Highway 17
CountyWhite County
StateGeorgia
Coordinates34.77794, -83.73755
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length44 ft (13.4 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,560 (2024)
Projected traffic3,360 by 2032
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed37.9 mi (61 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$258,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 17- SR 75 over Andrews Creek built?

It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 17- SR 75 over Andrews Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in January 2024.

How much traffic does SR 17- SR 75 over Andrews Creek carry?

About 2,560 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is SR 17- SR 75 over Andrews Creek?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).

Who owns SR 17- SR 75 over Andrews Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.