Newborn Road over Rice Creek
GoodMorgan County, Georgia · In Rutledge · Structure no. 000000021100500
- Built
- 1986
- 39 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 690
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Newborn Road over Rice Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Newborn Road over Rice Creek in Morgan County, Georgia. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 years old, younger 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 690 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,500 by 2030. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Newborn Road over Rice Creek built?
It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.
What condition is Newborn Road over Rice 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does Newborn Road over Rice Creek carry?
About 690 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Newborn Road over Rice Creek?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns Newborn Road over Rice Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.