Abutment Road over Tar Creek
GoodWhitfield County, Georgia · 1.7 MI S of Dalton · Structure no. 000000031300610
- Built
- 1990
- 35 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 44 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,800
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Abutment Road over Tar Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Abutment Road over Tar Creek in Whitfield County, Georgia. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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 12,800 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,995 by 2031. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Abutment Road over Tar Creek built?
It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.
What condition is Abutment Road over Tar 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does Abutment Road over Tar Creek carry?
About 12,800 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Abutment Road over Tar Creek?
The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).
Who owns Abutment Road over Tar Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.