US Bridges

James Burgess RD over James Creek

Good

Forsyth County, Georgia · 6 MI SE of Cumming · Structure no. 000000011750150

Built
1989
36 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
50 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
6,580
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

James Burgess RD over James Creek is a concrete culvert carrying James Burgess RD over James Creek in Forsyth County, Georgia. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 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 6,580 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,205 by 2032. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.9 mi (24 km).

CarriesJames Burgess RD
CrossesJames Creek
Location6 MI SE of Cumming
RouteCounty Highway 450
StateGeorgia
Coordinates34.12514, -84.10301
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length50 ft (15.2 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,580 (2024)
Projected traffic11,205 by 2032
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.9 mi (24 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$293,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was James Burgess RD over James Creek built?

It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.

What condition is James Burgess RD over James 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does James Burgess RD over James Creek carry?

About 6,580 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is James Burgess RD over James Creek?

The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns James Burgess RD over James Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.