US 23/SR 42 over Walnut Creek
GoodHenry County, Georgia · 1.5 MI N of Mcdonough · Structure no. 000000015100110
- Built
- 1936
- 89 years old, rebuilt 1975
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 144 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 16,600
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 23/SR 42 over Walnut Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying US 23/SR 42 over Walnut Creek in Henry County, Georgia. It was built in 1936 and reconstructed in 1975, so it is 89 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 16,600 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,425 by 2032. The structure is 144 ft (43.9 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 23/SR 42 over Walnut Creek built?
It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1975.
What condition is US 23/SR 42 over Walnut 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 US 23/SR 42 over Walnut Creek carry?
About 16,600 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is US 23/SR 42 over Walnut Creek?
The structure is 144 ft (43.9 m) long with a longest span of 36 ft (11 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US 23/SR 42 over Walnut Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.