Braswell-Alligood over Bluewater Creek
FairLaurens County, Georgia · 2.2 MI N of Rentz · Structure no. 000000017550380
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 43 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 158
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Braswell-Alligood over Bluewater Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Braswell-Alligood over Bluewater Creek in Laurens County, Georgia. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 years old, older than the Georgia average of 47.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 158 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 135 by 2032. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Braswell-Alligood over Bluewater Creek built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is Braswell-Alligood over Bluewater Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in March 2023.
How much traffic does Braswell-Alligood over Bluewater Creek carry?
About 158 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Braswell-Alligood over Bluewater Creek?
The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Braswell-Alligood over Bluewater Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.