Mcgutchen Street over Ellijay River
GoodPosted for loadGilmer County, Georgia · In Ellijay · Structure no. 000000012350490
- Built
- 1979
- 46 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 200 ft
- 10 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 323
- 2024 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mcgutchen Street over Ellijay River is a prestressed concrete slab carrying Mcgutchen Street over Ellijay River in Gilmer County, Georgia. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 323 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 735 by 2032. The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Mcgutchen Street over Ellijay River built?
It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.
What condition is Mcgutchen Street over Ellijay River 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 Mcgutchen Street over Ellijay River carry?
About 323 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Mcgutchen Street over Ellijay River?
The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns Mcgutchen Street over Ellijay River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.