Gravel Hill Road over Flint River Overflow
FairMitchell County, Georgia · 6.9 MI NE of Baconton · Structure no. 000000020500650
- Built
- 1952
- 73 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 740
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Gravel Hill Road over Flint River Overflow is a concrete culvert carrying Gravel Hill Road over Flint River Overflow in Mitchell County, Georgia. It was built in 1952, so it is 73 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 740 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,170 by 2031. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
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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 Gravel Hill Road over Flint River Overflow built?
It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.
What condition is Gravel Hill Road over Flint River Overflow 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does Gravel Hill Road over Flint River Overflow carry?
About 740 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Gravel Hill Road over Flint River Overflow?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Gravel Hill Road over Flint River Overflow?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.