Simmons Rd. over Gates Branch
GoodEarly County, Georgia · 8 Miles North of Blakely · Structure no. 000000009950370
- Built
- 1981
- 44 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 30 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 60
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Simmons Rd. over Gates Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Simmons Rd. over Gates Branch in Early County, Georgia. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 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 60 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 735 by 2032. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 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 | 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 Simmons Rd. over Gates Branch built?
It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.
What condition is Simmons Rd. over Gates 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does Simmons Rd. over Gates Branch carry?
About 60 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Simmons Rd. over Gates Branch?
The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).
Who owns Simmons Rd. over Gates Branch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.