Howell Road over Knights Creek
GoodLowndes County, Georgia · App 3 MI E of Valdosta · Structure no. 000000018500600
- Built
- 1958
- 67 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 44 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,150
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Howell Road over Knights Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Howell Road over Knights Creek in Lowndes County, Georgia. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 2,150 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,925 by 2032. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 Howell Road over Knights Creek built?
It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.
What condition is Howell Road over Knights 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 December 2023.
How much traffic does Howell Road over Knights Creek carry?
About 2,150 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is Howell Road over Knights Creek?
The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Howell Road over Knights Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.