Old Cornelia HWY over North Oconee River
GoodPosted for loadHall County, Georgia · 4.9 MI NE of Gainesville · Structure no. 000000013900640
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 126 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 11,400
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Old Cornelia HWY over North Oconee River is a concrete tee beam carrying Old Cornelia HWY over North Oconee River in Hall County, Georgia. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 11,400 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,820 by 2032. The structure is 126 ft (38.4 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Old Cornelia HWY over North Oconee River built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.
What condition is Old Cornelia HWY over North Oconee River 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 2023.
How much traffic does Old Cornelia HWY over North Oconee River carry?
About 11,400 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Old Cornelia HWY over North Oconee River?
The structure is 126 ft (38.4 m) long with a longest span of 42 ft (12.8 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns Old Cornelia HWY over North Oconee River?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.