Abutment Road over Drowning Bear Creek
GoodWhitfield County, Georgia · In South Dalton · Structure no. 000000031300600
- Built
- 1989
- 36 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 44 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 13,500
- 2024 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Abutment Road over Drowning Bear Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Abutment Road over Drowning Bear Creek in Whitfield County, Georgia. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 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 13,500 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,120 by 2031. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
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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 Abutment Road over Drowning Bear Creek built?
It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.
What condition is Abutment Road over Drowning Bear 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does Abutment Road over Drowning Bear Creek carry?
About 13,500 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Abutment Road over Drowning Bear Creek?
The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Abutment Road over Drowning Bear Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.