SR 71 over Mills Creek
GoodWhitfield County, Georgia · 5.8 MI N of Varnell · Structure no. 000000031300770
- Built
- 1992
- 33 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 49 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,130
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 71 over Mills Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 71 over Mills Creek in Whitfield County, Georgia. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 5,130 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,000 by 2031. The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 71 over Mills Creek built?
It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 71 over Mills 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does SR 71 over Mills Creek carry?
About 5,130 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is SR 71 over Mills Creek?
The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).
Who owns SR 71 over Mills Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.