Red Hill Road over Whiten Creek
PoorFranklin County, Georgia · 7 MI NW of Carnesville · Structure no. 000000011950790
- Built
- 1992
- 33 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 30 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 126
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Red Hill Road over Whiten Creek is a steel culvert carrying Red Hill Road over Whiten Creek in Franklin County, Georgia. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 years old, younger than the Georgia average of 47.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
It carries about 126 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 45 by 2031. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Red Hill Road over Whiten Creek built?
It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.
What condition is Red Hill Road over Whiten Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in September 2024.
How much traffic does Red Hill Road over Whiten Creek carry?
About 126 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Red Hill Road over Whiten Creek?
The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).
Who owns Red Hill Road over Whiten Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.