US Bridges

Clarke Duncan HWY over Kinchafoonee Crk Trib

Good

Marion County, Georgia · 6.5 MI W of Buena Vista · Structure no. 000000019700010

Built
1962
63 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,710
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Clarke Duncan HWY over Kinchafoonee Crk Trib is a concrete culvert carrying Clarke Duncan HWY over Kinchafoonee Crk Trib in Marion County, Georgia. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 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 2,710 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,495 by 2031. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.9 mi (32 km).

CarriesClarke Duncan HWY
CrossesKinchafoonee Crk Trib
Location6.5 MI W of Buena Vista
RouteState Highway 26
StateGeorgia
Coordinates32.30708, -84.63274
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46 US tons
Inventory rating26.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,710 (2024)
Projected traffic3,495 by 2031
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.9 mi (32 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Clarke Duncan HWY over Kinchafoonee Crk Trib built?

It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.

What condition is Clarke Duncan HWY over Kinchafoonee Crk Trib 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 Clarke Duncan HWY over Kinchafoonee Crk Trib carry?

About 2,710 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Clarke Duncan HWY over Kinchafoonee Crk Trib?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Clarke Duncan HWY over Kinchafoonee Crk Trib?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.