US Bridges

SR 515 (us 76) over Weaver Creek

Good

Fannin County, Georgia · 1.5 MI NE of Blue Ridge · Structure no. 000000011100070

Built
1981
44 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
58 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
29,000
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 515 (us 76) over Weaver Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 515 (us 76) over Weaver Creek in Fannin County, Georgia. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 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 29,000 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 28,050 by 2032. The structure is 58 ft (17.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 515 (us 76)
CrossesWeaver Creek
Location1.5 MI NE of Blue Ridge
RouteU.S. Route 76
CountyFannin County
StateGeorgia
Coordinates34.87642, -84.3003
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length58 ft (17.7 m)
Longest span13 ft (4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic29,000 (2024)
Projected traffic28,050 by 2032
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$525,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 515 (us 76) over Weaver Creek built?

It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 515 (us 76) over Weaver 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does SR 515 (us 76) over Weaver Creek carry?

About 29,000 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is SR 515 (us 76) over Weaver Creek?

The structure is 58 ft (17.7 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).

Who owns SR 515 (us 76) over Weaver Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.