White Stone Road over Talona Creek
FairGilmer County, Georgia · 8 MI S of Ellijay · Structure no. 000000012350480
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 45 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 160
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
White Stone Road over Talona Creek is a concrete culvert carrying White Stone Road over Talona Creek in Gilmer County, Georgia. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 160 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 735 by 2032. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was White Stone Road over Talona Creek built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is White Stone Road over Talona 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does White Stone Road over Talona Creek carry?
About 160 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is White Stone Road over Talona Creek?
The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).
Who owns White Stone Road over Talona Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.