US Bridges

SR 115 over Yellowbank Creek Trib

Good

Habersham County, Georgia · 3.5 MI NW of Demorest · Structure no. 000000013700160

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

About this bridge

SR 115 over Yellowbank Creek Trib is a concrete culvert carrying SR 115 over Yellowbank Creek Trib in Habersham County, Georgia. It was built in 1938, 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 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesSR 115
CrossesYellowbank Creek Trib
Location3.5 MI NW of Demorest
RouteState Highway 115
StateGeorgia
Coordinates34.60009, -83.58725
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 evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating40.9 US tons
Inventory rating24.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length24 ft (7.3 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 traffic5,940 (2024)
Projected traffic8,235 by 2031
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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$141,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 115 over Yellowbank Creek Trib built?

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

What condition is SR 115 over Yellowbank Creek Trib 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 Trib carry?

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

How long is SR 115 over Yellowbank Creek Trib?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).

Who owns SR 115 over Yellowbank Creek Trib?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.