Joe Chandler RD over Buffington Creek Trib
GoodHall County, Georgia · 5.1 MI S of Lula · Structure no. 000000013900670
- Built
- 1955
- 70 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 30 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,370
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Joe Chandler RD over Buffington Creek Trib is a concrete culvert carrying Joe Chandler RD over Buffington Creek Trib in Hall County, Georgia. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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 4,370 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,705 by 2032. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 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 Joe Chandler RD over Buffington Creek Trib built?
It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.
What condition is Joe Chandler RD over Buffington 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does Joe Chandler RD over Buffington Creek Trib carry?
About 4,370 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Joe Chandler RD over Buffington Creek Trib?
The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).
Who owns Joe Chandler RD over Buffington Creek Trib?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.