Carson Road over Blacks Creek
GoodFranklin County, Georgia · 11.5 MI SW of Carnesville · Structure no. 000000011950720
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 500
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Carson Road over Blacks Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Carson Road over Blacks Creek in Franklin County, Georgia. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 years old, older 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 500 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 555 by 2031. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 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 | 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 Carson Road over Blacks Creek built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.
What condition is Carson Road over Blacks 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 2024.
How much traffic does Carson Road over Blacks Creek carry?
About 500 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Carson Road over Blacks Creek?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Carson Road over Blacks Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.