Lake Joy Road over Joy Lake
GoodHouston County, Georgia · 4.1 MI N of Perry · Structure no. 000000015300690
- Built
- 1984
- 41 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 43 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,330
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Lake Joy Road over Joy Lake is a concrete culvert carrying Lake Joy Road over Joy Lake in Houston County, Georgia. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 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 8,330 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,910 by 2032. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Lake Joy Road over Joy Lake built?
It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.
What condition is Lake Joy Road over Joy Lake 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does Lake Joy Road over Joy Lake carry?
About 8,330 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Lake Joy Road over Joy Lake?
The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Lake Joy Road over Joy Lake?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.