Colwell Road over Higdon Creek
GoodFannin County, Georgia · 6 MI SW of Mccaysville · Structure no. 000000011150370
- Built
- 1991
- 34 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 30 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 130
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Colwell Road over Higdon Creek is a steel culvert carrying Colwell Road over Higdon Creek in Fannin County, Georgia. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 130 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 6.2 mi (10 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 Colwell Road over Higdon Creek built?
It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.
What condition is Colwell Road over Higdon 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does Colwell Road over Higdon Creek carry?
About 130 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Colwell Road over Higdon Creek?
The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns Colwell Road over Higdon Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.