Linton Road over Little Buffalo Creek
GoodHancock County, Georgia · 7.6 MI S of Sparta · Structure no. 000000014100190
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 44 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 670
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Linton Road over Little Buffalo Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Linton Road over Little Buffalo Creek in Hancock 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 670 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,020 by 2031. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 Linton Road over Little Buffalo Creek built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.
What condition is Linton Road over Little Buffalo 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does Linton Road over Little Buffalo Creek carry?
About 670 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Linton Road over Little Buffalo Creek?
The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Linton Road over Little Buffalo Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.