Old HWY 76 over Richard Branch
GoodFannin County, Georgia · 5 MI E of Morganton · Structure no. 000000011100520
- Built
- 1938
- 87 years old, rebuilt 1954
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 37 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 450
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Old HWY 76 over Richard Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Old HWY 76 over Richard Branch in Fannin County, Georgia. It was built in 1938 and reconstructed in 1954, so it is 87 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 450 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 930 by 2032. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Old HWY 76 over Richard Branch built?
It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1954.
What condition is Old HWY 76 over Richard Branch 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does Old HWY 76 over Richard Branch carry?
About 450 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Old HWY 76 over Richard Branch?
The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Old HWY 76 over Richard Branch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.