Shoal Creek Road over Pooles Creek
FairHart County, Georgia · 4.4 MI N of Bowersville · Structure no. 000000014750420
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 45 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 180
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Shoal Creek Road over Pooles Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Shoal Creek Road over Pooles 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 180 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 240 by 2031. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
Open in Google MapsCondition and inspection
The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Shoal Creek Road over Pooles Creek built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.
What condition is Shoal Creek Road over Pooles Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in December 2024.
How much traffic does Shoal Creek Road over Pooles Creek carry?
About 180 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Shoal Creek Road over Pooles Creek?
The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).
Who owns Shoal Creek Road over Pooles Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.