SR 2 over Cartecay River
FairGilmer County, Georgia · In East Ellijay · Structure no. 000000012300280
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old, rebuilt 1997
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 172 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,800
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 2 over Cartecay River is a concrete tee beam carrying SR 2 over Cartecay River in Gilmer County, Georgia. It was built in 1957 and reconstructed in 1997, so it is 68 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 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 12,800 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,550 by 2032. The structure is 172 ft (52.4 m) long and 67 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 SR 2 over Cartecay River built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1997.
What condition is SR 2 over Cartecay River 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 SR 2 over Cartecay River carry?
About 12,800 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is SR 2 over Cartecay River?
The structure is 172 ft (52.4 m) long with a longest span of 43 ft (13.1 m) and a deck 67 ft wide.
Who owns SR 2 over Cartecay River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.