US Bridges

SR 515 (us 76) over Cherry Log Creek

Good

Fannin County, Georgia · 3.5 MI SW of Blue Ridge · Structure no. 000000011100150

Built
1966
59 years old, rebuilt 1987
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
20,700
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 515 (us 76) over Cherry Log Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 515 (us 76) over Cherry Log Creek in Fannin County, Georgia. It was built in 1966 and reconstructed in 1987, so it is 59 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 20,700 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,625 by 2032. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 18 mi (29 km).

CarriesSR 515 (us 76)
CrossesCherry Log Creek
Location3.5 MI SW of Blue Ridge
RouteU.S. Route 76
StateGeorgia
Coordinates34.82664, -84.35643
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 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 spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic20,700 (2024)
Projected traffic20,625 by 2032
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed18 mi (29 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$290,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

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

It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1987.

What condition is SR 515 (us 76) over Cherry Log 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 November 2023.

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

About 20,700 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

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

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns SR 515 (us 76) over Cherry Log Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.