SR 15 Alt. over North Oconee River
FairJackson County, Georgia · 5.7 MI NE of Jefferson · Structure no. 000000015700110
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 184 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,520
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 15 Alt. over North Oconee River is a concrete tee beam carrying SR 15 Alt. over North Oconee River in Jackson County, Georgia. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 4,520 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,940 by 2032. The structure is 184 ft (56.1 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 15 Alt. over North Oconee River built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 15 Alt. over North Oconee River 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does SR 15 Alt. over North Oconee River carry?
About 4,520 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is SR 15 Alt. over North Oconee River?
The structure is 184 ft (56.1 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns SR 15 Alt. over North Oconee River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.