US Bridges

SR 115 over Yellowbank Creek

Good

Habersham County, Georgia · 3.7 MI NW of Demorest · Structure no. 000000013700150

Built
1938
87 years old, rebuilt 1999
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
35 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
5,940
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 115 over Yellowbank Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 115 over Yellowbank Creek in Habersham County, Georgia. It was built in 1938 and reconstructed in 1999, so it is 87 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 5,940 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,235 by 2031. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesSR 115
CrossesYellowbank Creek
Location3.7 MI NW of Demorest
RouteState Highway 115
StateGeorgia
Coordinates34.59404, -83.5989
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46 US tons
Inventory rating26.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length35 ft (10.7 m)
Longest span17 ft (5.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,940 (2024)
Projected traffic8,235 by 2031
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$205,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 115 over Yellowbank Creek built?

It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1999.

What condition is SR 115 over Yellowbank 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 2024.

How much traffic does SR 115 over Yellowbank Creek carry?

About 5,940 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is SR 115 over Yellowbank Creek?

The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.2 m).

Who owns SR 115 over Yellowbank Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.