SR 15 over Beaverdam Creek
GoodHancock County, Georgia · 4.2 MI N of Sparta · Structure no. 000000014100020
- Built
- 1927
- 98 years old, rebuilt 1950
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,820
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 15 over Beaverdam Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 15 over Beaverdam Creek in Hancock County, Georgia. It was built in 1927 and reconstructed in 1950, so it is 98 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 1,820 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,340 by 2031. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 15 over Beaverdam Creek built?
It was built in 1927, making it 98 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1950.
What condition is SR 15 over Beaverdam 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does SR 15 over Beaverdam Creek carry?
About 1,820 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is SR 15 over Beaverdam Creek?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns SR 15 over Beaverdam Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.