SR 255 over Bean Creek
FairWhite County, Georgia · 3.5 MI E of Helen · Structure no. 000000031100290
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 31 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,110
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 255 over Bean Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 255 over Bean Creek in White County, Georgia. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 years old, older than the Georgia average of 47.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 2,110 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,420 by 2032. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 255 over Bean Creek built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 255 over Bean Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in January 2024.
How much traffic does SR 255 over Bean Creek carry?
About 2,110 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is SR 255 over Bean Creek?
The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns SR 255 over Bean Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.