SR 46 over Whitewater Creek
GoodLaurens County, Georgia · 10.5 MI SE of Cadwell · Structure no. 000000017500370
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,640
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 46 over Whitewater Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 46 over Whitewater Creek in Laurens County, Georgia. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 years old, older 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 1,640 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,845 by 2032. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 SR 46 over Whitewater Creek built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 46 over Whitewater 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 SR 46 over Whitewater Creek carry?
About 1,640 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.
How long is SR 46 over Whitewater Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns SR 46 over Whitewater Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.