Covington Bypass over Dried Indian Creek
GoodNewton County, Georgia · 1 MI S of Covington · Structure no. 000000021700600
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 184 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,100
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Covington Bypass over Dried Indian Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Covington Bypass over Dried Indian Creek in Newton County, Georgia. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 12,100 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,970 by 2031. The structure is 184 ft (56.1 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Covington Bypass over Dried Indian Creek built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is Covington Bypass over Dried Indian 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 2024.
How much traffic does Covington Bypass over Dried Indian Creek carry?
About 12,100 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Covington Bypass over Dried Indian Creek?
The structure is 184 ft (56.1 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns Covington Bypass over Dried Indian Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.