Old Highway 5 over Toonigh Creek
GoodCherokee County, Georgia · 1.7 MI S of Holly Springs · Structure no. 000000005700030
- Built
- 1932
- 93 years old, rebuilt 2018
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 11,256
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Old Highway 5 over Toonigh Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Old Highway 5 over Toonigh Creek in Cherokee County, Georgia. It was built in 1932 and reconstructed in 2018, so it is 93 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 11,256 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,090 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 | 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 Old Highway 5 over Toonigh Creek built?
It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2018.
What condition is Old Highway 5 over Toonigh 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does Old Highway 5 over Toonigh Creek carry?
About 11,256 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Old Highway 5 over Toonigh Creek?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Old Highway 5 over Toonigh Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.