US Bridges

SR 15 over Beaverdam Creek

Good

Greene County, Georgia · 2.7 MI N of Greensboro · Structure no. 000000013300080

Built
1930
95 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,760
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 15 over Beaverdam Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 15 over Beaverdam Creek in Greene County, Georgia. It was built in 1930, so it is 95 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 4,760 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,470 by 2031. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 km).

CarriesSR 15
CrossesBeaverdam Creek
Location2.7 MI N of Greensboro
RouteState Highway 15
StateGeorgia
Coordinates33.61029, -83.20533
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating74 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width39 ft (11.8 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,760 (2024)
Projected traffic4,470 by 2031
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed16.2 mi (26 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 proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$123,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 15 over Beaverdam Creek built?

It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 15 over Beaverdam 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 2024.

How much traffic does SR 15 over Beaverdam Creek carry?

About 4,760 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is SR 15 over Beaverdam Creek?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.

Who owns SR 15 over Beaverdam Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.