W.O. Smith Road over Parks Creek
GoodJackson County, Georgia · 4.6 MI NE of Jefferson · Structure no. 000000015750010
- Built
- 1984
- 41 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 220
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
W.O. Smith Road over Parks Creek is a concrete culvert carrying W.O. Smith Road over Parks Creek in Jackson 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 220 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 900 by 2031. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 W.O. Smith Road over Parks Creek built?
It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.
What condition is W.O. Smith Road over Parks 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does W.O. Smith Road over Parks Creek carry?
About 220 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is W.O. Smith Road over Parks Creek?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns W.O. Smith Road over Parks Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.