Purdue Road over Little Potato Creek
GoodLamar County, Georgia · In Cty Lmts of Piedmont · Structure no. 000000017100260
- Built
- 1989
- 36 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 29 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 90
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Purdue Road over Little Potato Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Purdue Road over Little Potato Creek in Lamar County, Georgia. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 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 90 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 150 by 2032. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 Purdue Road over Little Potato Creek built?
It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.
What condition is Purdue Road over Little Potato 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does Purdue Road over Little Potato Creek carry?
About 90 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Purdue Road over Little Potato Creek?
The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).
Who owns Purdue Road over Little Potato Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.