Jefferson Street over Turkey Branch
GoodBen Hill County, Georgia · 1 MI NE of Fitizgerald · Structure no. 000000001750110
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 801
- 2024 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Jefferson Street over Turkey Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Jefferson Street over Turkey Branch in Ben Hill County, Georgia. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 801 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 150 by 2031. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 Jefferson Street over Turkey Branch built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is Jefferson Street over Turkey 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 Jefferson Street over Turkey Branch carry?
About 801 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Jefferson Street over Turkey Branch?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Jefferson Street over Turkey Branch?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.