Bells Cabin Road over Courthouse Branch
GoodBen Hill County, Georgia · 1.1 MI W of Fitzgerald · Structure no. 000000001700280
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 29 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,390
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Bells Cabin Road over Courthouse Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Bells Cabin Road over Courthouse Branch in Ben Hill County, Georgia. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 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 1,390 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,845 by 2031. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Bells Cabin Road over Courthouse Branch built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.
What condition is Bells Cabin Road over Courthouse Branch 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 Bells Cabin Road over Courthouse Branch carry?
About 1,390 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Bells Cabin Road over Courthouse Branch?
The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).
Who owns Bells Cabin Road over Courthouse Branch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.