US Bridges

SR 255 over Amys Creek

Fair

Habersham County, Georgia · 6 MI W of Clarkesville · Structure no. 000000013700240

Built
1952
73 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
34 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,070
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 255 over Amys Creek is a steel culvert carrying SR 255 over Amys Creek in Habersham County, Georgia. It was built in 1952, so it is 73 years old, older than the Georgia average of 47.5 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 1,070 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,160 by 2031. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 255
CrossesAmys Creek
Location6 MI W of Clarkesville
RouteState Highway 255
CountyHabersham County
StateGeorgia
Coordinates34.63166, -83.62999
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating96.9 US tons
Inventory rating75 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length34 ft (10.4 m)
Longest span16 ft (4.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,070 (2024)
Projected traffic2,160 by 2031
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 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$199,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 255 over Amys Creek built?

It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 255 over Amys Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in March 2024.

How much traffic does SR 255 over Amys Creek carry?

About 1,070 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is SR 255 over Amys Creek?

The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m).

Who owns SR 255 over Amys Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.