Tuton Road over Wethington Slough O/F
FairMitchell County, Georgia · 4 Miles South of Baconton · Structure no. 000000020500690
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old, rebuilt 2002
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Channel Beam
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 60 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,153
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Tuton Road over Wethington Slough O/F is a prestressed concrete channel beam carrying Tuton Road over Wethington Slough O/F in Mitchell County, Georgia. It was built in 1966 and reconstructed in 2002, so it is 59 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 1,153 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 600 by 2031. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long and 25 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Tuton Road over Wethington Slough O/F built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2002.
What condition is Tuton Road over Wethington Slough O/F 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 Tuton Road over Wethington Slough O/F carry?
About 1,153 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Tuton Road over Wethington Slough O/F?
The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 25 ft wide.
Who owns Tuton Road over Wethington Slough O/F?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.