US Bridges

SR 515 - US 76 (sb over CR 258- Rock Creek

Good

Gilmer County, Georgia · 8 MI NE of Ellijay · Structure no. 000000012300500

Built
1989
36 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
252 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
17,900
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 515 - US 76 (sb over CR 258- Rock Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 515 - US 76 (sb over CR 258- Rock Creek in Gilmer County, Georgia. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 years old, younger 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 17,900 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,610 by 2032. The structure is 252 ft (76.8 m) long and 53 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesSR 515 - US 76 (sb
CrossesCR 258- Rock Creek
Location8 MI NE of Ellijay
RouteU.S. Route 76
StateGeorgia
Coordinates34.77927, -84.39104
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating78.9 US tons
Inventory rating32 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length252 ft (76.8 m)
Longest span94 ft (28.7 m)
Deck width53 ft (16.2 m)
Roadway width50 ft (15.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic17,900 (2024)
Projected traffic20,610 by 2032
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and waterway
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 (sb over CR 258- Rock Creek built?

It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 515 - US 76 (sb over CR 258- Rock 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does SR 515 - US 76 (sb over CR 258- Rock Creek carry?

About 17,900 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is SR 515 - US 76 (sb over CR 258- Rock Creek?

The structure is 252 ft (76.8 m) long with a longest span of 94 ft (28.7 m) and a deck 53 ft wide.

Who owns SR 515 - US 76 (sb over CR 258- Rock Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.