Old Flowery Branch over Balus Creek
GoodHall County, Georgia · 5.2 MI SW of Gainesville · Structure no. 000000013950190
- Built
- 1994
- 31 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 39 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,070
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Old Flowery Branch over Balus Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Old Flowery Branch over Balus Creek in Hall County, Georgia. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 years old, younger 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 5,070 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,670 by 2032. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Old Flowery Branch over Balus Creek built?
It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.
What condition is Old Flowery Branch over Balus 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does Old Flowery Branch over Balus Creek carry?
About 5,070 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Old Flowery Branch over Balus Creek?
The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).
Who owns Old Flowery Branch over Balus Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.