Covington Highway over Swift Creek
GoodDeKalb County, Georgia · 1.5 MI W of Lithonia · Structure no. 000000008900180
- Built
- 1979
- 46 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 31,600
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Covington Highway over Swift Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Covington Highway over Swift Creek in DeKalb County, Georgia. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 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 31,600 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 28,440 by 2031. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Covington Highway over Swift Creek built?
It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.
What condition is Covington Highway over Swift 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 Covington Highway over Swift Creek carry?
About 31,600 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Covington Highway over Swift Creek?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Covington Highway over Swift Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.