Wards Creek Road over Wards Creek
FairStephens County, Georgia · 5 MI East of Toccoa · Structure no. 000000025750590
- Built
- 2007
- 18 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 126
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Wards Creek Road over Wards Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Wards Creek Road over Wards Creek in Stephens County, Georgia. It was built in 2007, so it is 18 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 126 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 165 by 2031. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Wards Creek Road over Wards Creek built?
It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.
What condition is Wards Creek Road over Wards 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 January 2025.
How much traffic does Wards Creek Road over Wards Creek carry?
About 126 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Wards Creek Road over Wards Creek?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Wards Creek Road over Wards Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.