US Bridges

Vulcan Material RD over Panther Creek

Good

Troup County, Georgia · 1 MI SE of Lagrange · Structure no. 000000028550320

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
40 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
650
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Vulcan Material RD over Panther Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Vulcan Material RD over Panther Creek in Troup County, Georgia. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 650 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,165 by 2032. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

CarriesVulcan Material RD
CrossesPanther Creek
Location1 MI SE of Lagrange
RouteCounty Highway 346
StateGeorgia
Coordinates32.99431, -84.99924
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating46 US tons
Inventory rating26.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadH 15
Structure length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic650 (2024)
Projected traffic3,165 by 2032
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$234,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Vulcan Material RD over Panther Creek built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is Vulcan Material RD over Panther 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does Vulcan Material RD over Panther Creek carry?

About 650 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Vulcan Material RD over Panther Creek?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns Vulcan Material RD over Panther Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.