Empire-Chester HWY over Gum Swamp Creek Trib
GoodDodge County, Georgia · 4 MI SW of Chester · Structure no. 000000009100310
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 35 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,090
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Empire-Chester HWY over Gum Swamp Creek Trib is a concrete culvert carrying Empire-Chester HWY over Gum Swamp Creek Trib 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 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 1,090 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,410 by 2032. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 Empire-Chester HWY over Gum Swamp Creek Trib built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is Empire-Chester HWY over Gum Swamp Creek Trib 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does Empire-Chester HWY over Gum Swamp Creek Trib carry?
About 1,090 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is Empire-Chester HWY over Gum Swamp Creek Trib?
The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns Empire-Chester HWY over Gum Swamp Creek Trib?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.