US Bridges

US 76- SR 282 over Mountaintown Crk Trib.

Good

Gilmer County, Georgia · 2.9 MI W of Ellijay · Structure no. 000000012300260

Built
1948
77 years old, rebuilt 1996
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
7,710
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 76- SR 282 over Mountaintown Crk Trib. is a concrete culvert carrying US 76- SR 282 over Mountaintown Crk Trib. in Gilmer County, Georgia. It was built in 1948 and reconstructed in 1996, so it is 77 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 7,710 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,625 by 2032. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 29.8 mi (48 km).

CarriesUS 76- SR 282
CrossesMountaintown Crk Trib.
Location2.9 MI W of Ellijay
RouteU.S. Route 76
StateGeorgia
Coordinates34.70033, -84.53265
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 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 rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length22 ft (6.7 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 traffic7,710 (2024)
Projected traffic8,625 by 2032
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed29.8 mi (48 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 US 76- SR 282 over Mountaintown Crk Trib. built?

It was built in 1948, making it 77 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1996.

What condition is US 76- SR 282 over Mountaintown Crk 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 US 76- SR 282 over Mountaintown Crk Trib. carry?

About 7,710 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is US 76- SR 282 over Mountaintown Crk Trib.?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 76- SR 282 over Mountaintown Crk Trib.?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.