SR 15 over Porters Creek
GoodOconee County, Georgia · 1 MI S of Watkinsville · Structure no. 000000021900050
- Built
- 1937
- 88 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,520
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 15 over Porters Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 15 over Porters Creek in Oconee County, Georgia. It was built in 1937, so it is 88 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 9,520 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,705 by 2032. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 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 Porters Creek built?
It was built in 1937, making it 88 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 15 over Porters 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does SR 15 over Porters Creek carry?
About 9,520 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is SR 15 over Porters Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns SR 15 over Porters Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.