Big Creek Road over Bailey Creek
GoodGilmer County, Georgia · 13 MI E of Ellijay · Structure no. 000000012300470
- Built
- 1974
- 51 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,259
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Big Creek Road over Bailey Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Big Creek Road over Bailey Creek in Gilmer County, Georgia. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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 2,259 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 855 by 2032. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).
Location
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Big Creek Road over Bailey Creek built?
It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.
What condition is Big Creek Road over Bailey Creek 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does Big Creek Road over Bailey Creek carry?
About 2,259 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Big Creek Road over Bailey Creek?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Big Creek Road over Bailey Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.