Heard Road over Newford Creek
GoodWilkes County, Georgia · 2 MI NE of Tignall · Structure no. 000000031750220
- Built
- 1990
- 35 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 27 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 519
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Heard Road over Newford Creek is a steel culvert carrying Heard Road over Newford Creek in Wilkes 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 519 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 240 by 2032. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Heard Road over Newford Creek built?
It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.
What condition is Heard Road over Newford 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 2023.
How much traffic does Heard Road over Newford Creek carry?
About 519 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Heard Road over Newford Creek?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).
Who owns Heard Road over Newford Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.