Walker Dow Road over Thornton Creek
PoorBurke County, Georgia · 3.4 MI E of Vidette · Structure no. 000000003350410
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 24 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Walker Dow Road over Thornton Creek is a steel culvert carrying Walker Dow Road over Thornton Creek in Burke County, Georgia. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 years old, younger than the Georgia average of 47.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 10 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 156 by 2031. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Walker Dow Road over Thornton Creek built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is Walker Dow Road over Thornton Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in June 2024.
How much traffic does Walker Dow Road over Thornton Creek carry?
About 10 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Walker Dow Road over Thornton Creek?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).
Who owns Walker Dow Road over Thornton Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.