Orchard Lane over Clear Creek
GoodGilmer County, Georgia · 8 MI SE of Ellijay · Structure no. 000000012350510
- Built
- 1984
- 41 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 29 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 126
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Orchard Lane over Clear Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Orchard Lane over Clear Creek in Gilmer County, Georgia. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 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 126 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 135 by 2032. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Orchard Lane over Clear Creek built?
It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.
What condition is Orchard Lane over Clear 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 Orchard Lane over Clear Creek carry?
About 126 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Orchard Lane over Clear Creek?
The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).
Who owns Orchard Lane over Clear Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.