Empire-Chester HWY over Walton Creek
FairDodge County, Georgia · 1 MI E of Frazier · Structure no. 000000009100290
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,280
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Empire-Chester HWY over Walton Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Empire-Chester HWY over Walton Creek in Dodge 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 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 1,280 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,440 by 2032. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 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 Empire-Chester HWY over Walton Creek built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is Empire-Chester HWY over Walton 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does Empire-Chester HWY over Walton Creek carry?
About 1,280 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Empire-Chester HWY over Walton Creek?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Empire-Chester HWY over Walton Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.