US Bridges

US 76- US 411/SR 6 over Yellow Creek

Fair

Murray County, Georgia · 4 MI S of Chatsworth · Structure no. 000000021300120

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
37 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
6,060
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 76- US 411/SR 6 over Yellow Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 76- US 411/SR 6 over Yellow Creek in Murray County, Georgia. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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 6,060 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,340 by 2032. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 76- US 411/SR 6
CrossesYellow Creek
Location4 MI S of Chatsworth
RouteU.S. Route 76
StateGeorgia
Coordinates34.71198, -84.74391
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 inspectionFebruary 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 alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length37 ft (11.3 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,060 (2024)
Projected traffic8,340 by 2032
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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$335,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 76- US 411/SR 6 over Yellow Creek built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 76- US 411/SR 6 over Yellow 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does US 76- US 411/SR 6 over Yellow Creek carry?

About 6,060 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is US 76- US 411/SR 6 over Yellow Creek?

The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).

Who owns US 76- US 411/SR 6 over Yellow Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.