Hardin Road over Esom Slough
GoodPolk County, Georgia · 8.7 MI SW of Cedartown · Structure no. 000000023300390
- Built
- 1979
- 46 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 340
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Hardin Road over Esom Slough is a concrete culvert carrying Hardin Road over Esom Slough in Polk County, Georgia. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 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 340 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 570 by 2032. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 Hardin Road over Esom Slough built?
It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.
What condition is Hardin Road over Esom Slough 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 2023.
How much traffic does Hardin Road over Esom Slough carry?
About 340 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Hardin Road over Esom Slough?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Hardin Road over Esom Slough?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.