US Bridges

SR 515 - US 76 (nb over Ellijay River Trib.

Good

Gilmer County, Georgia · 4.6 MI NE of Ellijay · Structure no. 000000012300110

Built
1935
90 years old, rebuilt 1987
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
19,100
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 515 - US 76 (nb over Ellijay River Trib. is a concrete culvert carrying SR 515 - US 76 (nb over Ellijay River Trib. in Gilmer County, Georgia. It was built in 1935 and reconstructed in 1987, so it is 90 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 19,100 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,610 by 2032. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 515 - US 76 (nb
CrossesEllijay River Trib.
Location4.6 MI NE of Ellijay
RouteU.S. Route 76
CountyGilmer County
StateGeorgia
Coordinates34.73944, -84.42123
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 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 rating68.9 US tons
Inventory rating40.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length21 ft (6.4 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 traffic19,100 (2024)
Projected traffic20,610 by 2032
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 515 - US 76 (nb over Ellijay River Trib. built?

It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1987.

What condition is SR 515 - US 76 (nb over Ellijay River Trib. 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does SR 515 - US 76 (nb over Ellijay River Trib. carry?

About 19,100 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is SR 515 - US 76 (nb over Ellijay River Trib.?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns SR 515 - US 76 (nb over Ellijay River Trib.?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.