Bellah Avenue over Town Branch
GoodChattooga County, Georgia · In South Summerville · Structure no. 000000005500450
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 51 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,230
- 2024 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Bellah Avenue over Town Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Bellah Avenue over Town Branch in Chattooga County, Georgia. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 years old, younger 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 1,230 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,665 by 2031. The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 Bellah Avenue over Town Branch built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is Bellah Avenue over Town 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does Bellah Avenue over Town Branch carry?
About 1,230 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Bellah Avenue over Town Branch?
The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Bellah Avenue over Town Branch?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.