Needlewood Road over Falling Creek
GoodElbert County, Georgia · In SW Elberton · Structure no. 000000010550620
- Built
- 1980
- 45 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,542
- 2024 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Needlewood Road over Falling Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Needlewood Road over Falling Creek in Elbert County, Georgia. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 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 1,542 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 630 by 2031. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 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 | 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 Needlewood Road over Falling Creek built?
It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.
What condition is Needlewood Road over Falling 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does Needlewood Road over Falling Creek carry?
About 1,542 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Needlewood Road over Falling Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Needlewood Road over Falling Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.