Gay Avenue over Bear Creek
GoodCook County, Georgia · In West Sparks · Structure no. 000000007500300
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 29 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,170
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Gay Avenue over Bear Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Gay Avenue over Bear Creek in Cook County, Georgia. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 3,170 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,825 by 2031. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 Gay Avenue over Bear Creek built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is Gay Avenue over Bear 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does Gay Avenue over Bear Creek carry?
About 3,170 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Gay Avenue over Bear Creek?
The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns Gay Avenue over Bear Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.