Swamp Road over Black River
GoodWare County, Georgia · 9.5 MI SW of Waycross · Structure no. 000000029900510
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 44 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 40
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Swamp Road over Black River is a concrete culvert carrying Swamp Road over Black River in Ware County, Georgia. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 40 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 105 by 2032. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 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 Swamp Road over Black River built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is Swamp Road over Black River 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 Swamp Road over Black River carry?
About 40 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Swamp Road over Black River?
The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Swamp Road over Black River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.