Hiawatha RD over Sams Creek
GoodCandler County, Georgia · 2.4 MI W of Metter · Structure no. 000000004350010
- Built
- 1955
- 70 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 200
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Hiawatha RD over Sams Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Hiawatha RD over Sams Creek in Candler County, Georgia. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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 200 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 270 by 2031. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Hiawatha RD over Sams Creek built?
It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.
What condition is Hiawatha RD over Sams 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does Hiawatha RD over Sams Creek carry?
About 200 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Hiawatha RD over Sams Creek?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Hiawatha RD over Sams Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.