Howard Road over Rayburn Branch
GoodJefferson County, Georgia · 4.5 MI N of Wrens · Structure no. 000000016350470
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 27 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 420
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Howard Road over Rayburn Branch is a steel culvert carrying Howard Road over Rayburn Branch in Jefferson County, Georgia. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 420 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 900 by 2031. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Howard Road over Rayburn Branch built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is Howard Road over Rayburn Branch 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does Howard Road over Rayburn Branch carry?
About 420 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Howard Road over Rayburn Branch?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).
Who owns Howard Road over Rayburn Branch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.