Old 179 South over Swamp Creek Trib
GoodGrady County, Georgia · App 2 MI N of Calvary · Structure no. 000000013100300
- Built
- 1951
- 74 years old, rebuilt 1962
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 520
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Old 179 South over Swamp Creek Trib is a concrete culvert carrying Old 179 South over Swamp Creek Trib in Grady County, Georgia. It was built in 1951 and reconstructed in 1962, so it is 74 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 520 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 840 by 2031. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 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 Old 179 South over Swamp Creek Trib built?
It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1962.
What condition is Old 179 South over Swamp Creek Trib 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does Old 179 South over Swamp Creek Trib carry?
About 520 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Old 179 South over Swamp Creek Trib?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns Old 179 South over Swamp Creek Trib?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.