Whispering Pines R over Hemptown Creek
GoodPosted for loadFannin County, Georgia · 4.4 MI NE of Morganton · Structure no. 000000011150110
- Built
- 1990
- 35 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 40 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 60
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Whispering Pines R over Hemptown Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying Whispering Pines R over Hemptown Creek in Fannin County, Georgia. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 60 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 75 by 2032. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long and 14 ft wide. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Whispering Pines R over Hemptown Creek built?
It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.
What condition is Whispering Pines R over Hemptown 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does Whispering Pines R over Hemptown Creek carry?
About 60 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Whispering Pines R over Hemptown Creek?
The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 14 ft wide.
Who owns Whispering Pines R over Hemptown Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.