North Helton Road over Bluff Creek
GoodDouglas County, Georgia · 5.5 MI S of Villa Rica · Structure no. 000000009750250
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,840
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
North Helton Road over Bluff Creek is a concrete culvert carrying North Helton Road over Bluff Creek in Douglas County, Georgia. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 1,840 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 735 by 2032. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was North Helton Road over Bluff Creek built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is North Helton Road over Bluff 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does North Helton Road over Bluff Creek carry?
About 1,840 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is North Helton Road over Bluff Creek?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).
Who owns North Helton Road over Bluff Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.