Smith Road over Kettle Creek
GoodWare County, Georgia · 3 MI SW of Waycross · Structure no. 000000029950470
- Built
- 1980
- 45 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,081
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Smith Road over Kettle Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Smith Road over Kettle Creek in Ware County, Georgia. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 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 1,081 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 195 by 2032. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 Smith Road over Kettle Creek built?
It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.
What condition is Smith Road over Kettle 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does Smith Road over Kettle Creek carry?
About 1,081 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Smith Road over Kettle Creek?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns Smith Road over Kettle Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.