US Bridges

SR 15 over Harris Creek

Good

Greene County, Georgia · 9.7 MI NW of Greenesboro · Structure no. 000000013350550

Built
2005
20 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
60 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
4,270
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 15 over Harris Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 15 over Harris Creek in Greene County, Georgia. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 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 4,270 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,890 by 2031. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 km).

CarriesSR 15
CrossesHarris Creek
Location9.7 MI NW of Greenesboro
RouteState Highway 15
StateGeorgia
Coordinates33.69247, -83.2764
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
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
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length60 ft (18.3 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,270 (2024)
Projected traffic4,890 by 2031
Trucks12%
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$352,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 15 over Harris Creek built?

It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 15 over Harris 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 Harris Creek carry?

About 4,270 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is SR 15 over Harris Creek?

The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).

Who owns SR 15 over Harris Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.