Bates Road over Wamble Creek
GoodEarly County, Georgia · 7.5 Miles Southeast of Bl · Structure no. 000000009950450
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 40
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Bates Road over Wamble Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Bates Road over Wamble Creek in Early County, Georgia. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 40 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 75 by 2032. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 Bates Road over Wamble Creek built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is Bates Road over Wamble 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 December 2023.
How much traffic does Bates Road over Wamble Creek carry?
About 40 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Bates Road over Wamble Creek?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns Bates Road over Wamble Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.