US Bridges

Bethany Road over Tussahaw Creek

Good

Henry County, Georgia · 4 Miles North of Locust G · Structure no. 000000015151150

Built
2012
13 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
52 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
2,690
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Bethany Road over Tussahaw Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Bethany Road over Tussahaw Creek in Henry County, Georgia. It was built in 2012, so it is 13 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 2,690 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 210 by 2030. The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesBethany Road
CrossesTussahaw Creek
Location4 Miles North of Locust G
RouteCounty Highway 371
StateGeorgia
Coordinates33.40352, -84.08996
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating61 US tons
Inventory rating35.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length52 ft (15.8 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,690 (2024)
Projected traffic210 by 2030
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$305,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Bethany Road over Tussahaw Creek built?

It was built in 2012, making it 13 years old in 2025.

What condition is Bethany Road over Tussahaw 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does Bethany Road over Tussahaw Creek carry?

About 2,690 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Bethany Road over Tussahaw Creek?

The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns Bethany Road over Tussahaw Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.