US Bridges

SR 16 over Goldens Creek

Good

Warren County, Georgia · SW Edge of Warrenton · Structure no. 000000030150380

Built
1999
26 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
77 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
3,160
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 16 over Goldens Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 16 over Goldens Creek in Warren County, Georgia. It was built in 1999, so it is 26 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 3,160 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,720 by 2031. The structure is 77 ft (23.5 m) long.

CarriesSR 16
CrossesGoldens Creek
LocationSW Edge of Warrenton
RouteState Highway 16
StateGeorgia
Coordinates33.39971, -82.67273
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 inspectionFebruary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating65.9 US tons
Inventory rating39.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length77 ft (23.5 m)
Longest span18 ft (5.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,160 (2024)
Projected traffic3,720 by 2031
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$451,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 16 over Goldens Creek built?

It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 16 over Goldens 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 February 2025.

How much traffic does SR 16 over Goldens Creek carry?

About 3,160 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is SR 16 over Goldens Creek?

The structure is 77 ft (23.5 m) long with a longest span of 18 ft (5.5 m).

Who owns SR 16 over Goldens Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.