North Helton Road over Dog River
FairPosted for loadDouglas County, Georgia · 4.5 MI S of Villa Rica · Structure no. 000000009750260
- Built
- 1979
- 46 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 140 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,840
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
North Helton Road over Dog River is a concrete tee beam carrying North Helton Road over Dog River in Douglas 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 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 1,840 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 735 by 2032. The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was North Helton Road over Dog River built?
It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.
What condition is North Helton Road over Dog River 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does North Helton Road over Dog River carry?
About 1,840 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is North Helton Road over Dog River?
The structure is 140 ft (42.7 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns North Helton Road over Dog River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.