Poplar Hill Road over East Bear Creek
FairNewton County, Georgia · 1.5 MI SW of Mansfield · Structure no. 000000021750270
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 240
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Poplar Hill Road over East Bear Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Poplar Hill Road over East Bear Creek in Newton County, Georgia. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 years old, younger 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 240 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 270 by 2031. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Poplar Hill Road over East Bear Creek built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is Poplar Hill Road over East Bear Creek 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does Poplar Hill Road over East Bear Creek carry?
About 240 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Poplar Hill Road over East Bear Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Poplar Hill Road over East Bear Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.