US Bridges

US 411 / SR 61 over Lick Creek

Good

Gordon County, Georgia · 1.5 MI N of Ranger · Structure no. 000000012900260

Built
1928
97 years old, rebuilt 1940
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
30 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,560
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 411 / SR 61 over Lick Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 411 / SR 61 over Lick Creek in Gordon County, Georgia. It was built in 1928 and reconstructed in 1940, so it is 97 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 3,560 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,620 by 2032. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesUS 411 / SR 61
CrossesLick Creek
Location1.5 MI N of Ranger
RouteU.S. Route 411
StateGeorgia
Coordinates34.52827, -84.70656
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating56 US tons
Inventory rating34 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length30 ft (9.1 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,560 (2024)
Projected traffic4,620 by 2032
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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$176,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 411 / SR 61 over Lick Creek built?

It was built in 1928, making it 97 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1940.

What condition is US 411 / SR 61 over Lick 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does US 411 / SR 61 over Lick Creek carry?

About 3,560 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is US 411 / SR 61 over Lick Creek?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns US 411 / SR 61 over Lick Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.