Howsers Mill Road over Shoal Creek
GoodDawson County, Georgia · 1.2 MI NW of Dawsonville · Structure no. 000000008550010
- Built
- 1982
- 43 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 45 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 380
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Howsers Mill Road over Shoal Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Howsers Mill Road over Shoal Creek in Dawson County, Georgia. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 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 380 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 735 by 2032. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 Howsers Mill Road over Shoal Creek built?
It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.
What condition is Howsers Mill Road over Shoal 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does Howsers Mill Road over Shoal Creek carry?
About 380 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Howsers Mill Road over Shoal Creek?
The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Howsers Mill Road over Shoal Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.