Beacon Light RD over Flat Shoals Creek
GoodHart County, Georgia · 2 MI NW of Hartwell · Structure no. 000000014750380
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,150
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Beacon Light RD over Flat Shoals Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Beacon Light RD over Flat Shoals Creek in Hart County, Georgia. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 1,150 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,605 by 2031. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Beacon Light RD over Flat Shoals Creek built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.
What condition is Beacon Light RD over Flat Shoals 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does Beacon Light RD over Flat Shoals Creek carry?
About 1,150 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Beacon Light RD over Flat Shoals Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Beacon Light RD over Flat Shoals Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.