M.L.King Jr Blvd. over Oats Creek
GoodRichmond County, Georgia · 10.7 MI NE of Hephzibah · Structure no. 000000024501080
- Built
- 1985
- 40 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 46 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 22,600
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
M.L.King Jr Blvd. over Oats Creek is a concrete culvert carrying M.L.King Jr Blvd. over Oats Creek in Richmond County, Georgia. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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 22,600 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 35,325 by 2032. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 M.L.King Jr Blvd. over Oats Creek built?
It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.
What condition is M.L.King Jr Blvd. over Oats 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does M.L.King Jr Blvd. over Oats Creek carry?
About 22,600 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is M.L.King Jr Blvd. over Oats Creek?
The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).
Who owns M.L.King Jr Blvd. over Oats Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.