Down Road over Whitten Creek
GoodHancock County, Georgia · 9.1 MI N of Sparta · Structure no. 000000014150110
- Built
- 1994
- 31 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 38 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 158
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Down Road over Whitten Creek is a steel culvert carrying Down Road over Whitten Creek in Hancock 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 158 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 15 by 2031. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 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 Down Road over Whitten Creek built?
It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.
What condition is Down Road over Whitten 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does Down Road over Whitten Creek carry?
About 158 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Down Road over Whitten Creek?
The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).
Who owns Down Road over Whitten Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.