Hightower Trail Ro over Gum Creek
GoodNewton County, Georgia · 6 MI North of Covington · Structure no. 000000021750560
- Built
- 2008
- 17 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 44 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 460
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Hightower Trail Ro over Gum Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Hightower Trail Ro over Gum Creek in Newton County, Georgia. It was built in 2008, so it is 17 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 460 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 435 by 2031. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Hightower Trail Ro over Gum Creek built?
It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.
What condition is Hightower Trail Ro over Gum 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 February 2025.
How much traffic does Hightower Trail Ro over Gum Creek carry?
About 460 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Hightower Trail Ro over Gum Creek?
The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).
Who owns Hightower Trail Ro over Gum Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.