Lankford Drive over Sugar Creek
GoodLowndes County, Georgia · Valdosta-W Central Sect · Structure no. 000000018500800
- Built
- 1970
- 55 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 11,700
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Lankford Drive over Sugar Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Lankford Drive over Sugar Creek in Lowndes County, Georgia. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 11,700 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,805 by 2032. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 Lankford Drive over Sugar Creek built?
It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.
What condition is Lankford Drive over Sugar 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 Lankford Drive over Sugar Creek carry?
About 11,700 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Lankford Drive over Sugar Creek?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Lankford Drive over Sugar Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.