Old Ringold Road over Cove Creek
GoodWhitfield County, Georgia · 7.6 MI W of Dalton · Structure no. 000000031300690
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 710
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Old Ringold Road over Cove Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Old Ringold Road over Cove Creek in Whitfield County, Georgia. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 years old, older 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 710 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 705 by 2031. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Old Ringold Road over Cove Creek built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.
What condition is Old Ringold Road over Cove 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 Old Ringold Road over Cove Creek carry?
About 710 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Old Ringold Road over Cove Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Old Ringold Road over Cove Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.