Thaxton Road over Kettle Creek
GoodWilkes County, Georgia · 10.4 MI W of Washington · Structure no. 000000031750310
- Built
- 1992
- 33 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 41 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 158
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Thaxton Road over Kettle Creek is a steel culvert carrying Thaxton Road over Kettle Creek in Wilkes County, Georgia. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 158 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 45 by 2032. The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 Thaxton Road over Kettle Creek built?
It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.
What condition is Thaxton Road over Kettle 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 Thaxton Road over Kettle Creek carry?
About 158 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Thaxton Road over Kettle Creek?
The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns Thaxton Road over Kettle Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.