Mars Hill Road over Parker Branch
GoodOconee County, Georgia · 3 MI NW of Watkinsville · Structure no. 000000021900160
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old, rebuilt 2015
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 17,500
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mars Hill Road over Parker Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Mars Hill Road over Parker Branch in Oconee County, Georgia. It was built in 1960 and reconstructed in 2015, so it is 65 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 17,500 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,825 by 2032. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 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 Mars Hill Road over Parker Branch built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2015.
What condition is Mars Hill Road over Parker Branch 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 Mars Hill Road over Parker Branch carry?
About 17,500 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Mars Hill Road over Parker Branch?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Mars Hill Road over Parker Branch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.