Nathan Thaxton RD over Big Sandy Creek
GoodButts County, Georgia · 3 MI SW of Jackson · Structure no. 000000003550200
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 37 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 290
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Nathan Thaxton RD over Big Sandy Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Nathan Thaxton RD over Big Sandy Creek in Butts County, Georgia. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 290 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 900 by 2031. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 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 Nathan Thaxton RD over Big Sandy Creek built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is Nathan Thaxton RD over Big Sandy 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does Nathan Thaxton RD over Big Sandy Creek carry?
About 290 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Nathan Thaxton RD over Big Sandy Creek?
The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Nathan Thaxton RD over Big Sandy Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.