US Bridges

SR 15 over Copeland Creek

Good

Hancock County, Georgia · 11.3 MI N of Sparta · Structure no. 000000014150550

Built
1998
27 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
55 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,980
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 15 over Copeland Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 15 over Copeland Creek in Hancock County, Georgia. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 years old, younger 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 1,980 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,830 by 2031. The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesSR 15
CrossesCopeland Creek
Location11.3 MI N of Sparta
RouteState Highway 15
StateGeorgia
Coordinates33.42973, -83.04506
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length55 ft (16.8 m)
Longest span13 ft (4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,980 (2024)
Projected traffic1,830 by 2031
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$322,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 15 over Copeland Creek built?

It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 15 over Copeland 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 Copeland Creek carry?

About 1,980 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is SR 15 over Copeland Creek?

The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).

Who owns SR 15 over Copeland Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.