Bethany Road over Sampson Creek
FairNewton County, Georgia · 6 MI SW of Porterdale · Structure no. 000000021750470
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,369
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Bethany Road over Sampson Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Bethany Road over Sampson Creek in Newton County, Georgia. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 5,369 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,155 by 2031. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 Bethany Road over Sampson Creek built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is Bethany Road over Sampson 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 Bethany Road over Sampson Creek carry?
About 5,369 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Bethany Road over Sampson Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Bethany Road over Sampson Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.