Thornton Road over Sweetwater Creek Trib
GoodDouglas County, Georgia · 8.4 MI E of Douglasville · Structure no. 000000009700480
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old, rebuilt 1989
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 49,500
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Thornton Road over Sweetwater Creek Trib is a concrete culvert carrying Thornton Road over Sweetwater Creek Trib in Douglas County, Georgia. It was built in 1963 and reconstructed in 1989, so it is 62 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 49,500 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 67,515 by 2032. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 Thornton Road over Sweetwater Creek Trib built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1989.
What condition is Thornton Road over Sweetwater 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 Thornton Road over Sweetwater Creek Trib carry?
About 49,500 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Thornton Road over Sweetwater Creek Trib?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns Thornton Road over Sweetwater Creek Trib?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.