Patterson Street over Bear Creek
FairCook County, Georgia · In East Sparks · Structure no. 000000007550280
- Built
- 1980
- 45 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,101
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Patterson Street over Bear Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Patterson Street over Bear Creek in Cook County, Georgia. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 years old, younger 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 2,101 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,140 by 2031. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Patterson Street over Bear Creek built?
It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.
What condition is Patterson Street over Bear 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does Patterson Street over Bear Creek carry?
About 2,101 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Patterson Street over Bear Creek?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Patterson Street over Bear Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.