Buffington Road over Morning Creek
GoodFulton County, Georgia · 2.3 MI E of Union City · Structure no. 000000012152430
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,180
- 2024 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Buffington Road over Morning Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Buffington Road over Morning Creek in Fulton County, Georgia. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 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 7,180 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,340 by 2031. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 Buffington Road over Morning Creek built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.
What condition is Buffington Road over Morning 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does Buffington Road over Morning Creek carry?
About 7,180 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Buffington Road over Morning Creek?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).
Who owns Buffington Road over Morning Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.