US 76 over Mountaintown Creek
FairPosted for loadGilmer County, Georgia · 3.4 MI W of Ellijay · Structure no. 000000012300250
- Built
- 1955
- 70 years old, rebuilt 1983
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 180 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,710
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 76 over Mountaintown Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 76 over Mountaintown Creek in Gilmer County, Georgia. It was built in 1955 and reconstructed in 1983, so it is 70 years old, older than the Georgia average of 47.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 7,710 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,625 by 2032. The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 76 over Mountaintown Creek built?
It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1983.
What condition is US 76 over Mountaintown Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in March 2023.
How much traffic does US 76 over Mountaintown Creek carry?
About 7,710 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is US 76 over Mountaintown Creek?
The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long with a longest span of 45 ft (13.7 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns US 76 over Mountaintown Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.