SR 59 over Indian Creek
FairFranklin County, Georgia · 3 MI SW of Carnesville · Structure no. 000000011900110
- Built
- 1938
- 87 years old, rebuilt 1947
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 45 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,600
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 59 over Indian Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 59 over Indian Creek in Franklin County, Georgia. It was built in 1938 and reconstructed in 1947, so it is 87 years old, older than the Georgia average of 47.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 1,600 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,890 by 2031. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 59 over Indian Creek built?
It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1947.
What condition is SR 59 over Indian Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in September 2024.
How much traffic does SR 59 over Indian Creek carry?
About 1,600 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is SR 59 over Indian Creek?
The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns SR 59 over Indian Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.