SR 56 over Watson Creek
GoodTattnall County, Georgia · 3 MI W of Reidsville · Structure no. 000000026700400
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 62 ft
- 10 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,350
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 56 over Watson Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 56 over Watson Creek in Tattnall County, Georgia. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 years old, older 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 1,350 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,130 by 2031. The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 56 over Watson Creek built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 56 over Watson 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does SR 56 over Watson Creek carry?
About 1,350 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is SR 56 over Watson Creek?
The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long with a longest span of 4 ft (1.2 m).
Who owns SR 56 over Watson Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.