US 23 / SR 42 over Tar Creek
FairClayton County, Georgia · 3 MI E of Morrow · Structure no. 000000006300090
- Built
- 1944
- 81 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 11,500
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 23 / SR 42 over Tar Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 23 / SR 42 over Tar Creek in Clayton County, Georgia. It was built in 1944, so it is 81 years old, older than the Georgia average of 47.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 11,500 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,710 by 2032. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 23 / SR 42 over Tar Creek built?
It was built in 1944, making it 81 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 23 / SR 42 over Tar Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in April 2023.
How much traffic does US 23 / SR 42 over Tar Creek carry?
About 11,500 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is US 23 / SR 42 over Tar Creek?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).
Who owns US 23 / SR 42 over Tar Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.