Kestler Road over Long Branch
GoodEarly County, Georgia · 3 MI S of Damascus · Structure no. 000000009950140
- Built
- 1989
- 36 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 52 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 140
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Kestler Road over Long Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Kestler Road over Long Branch in Early County, Georgia. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 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 140 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 735 by 2032. The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Kestler Road over Long Branch built?
It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.
What condition is Kestler Road over Long Branch 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 December 2023.
How much traffic does Kestler Road over Long Branch carry?
About 140 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Kestler Road over Long Branch?
The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).
Who owns Kestler Road over Long Branch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.