Rays Church Road over Sheats Creek
GoodOconee County, Georgia · 1 MI N of N High Shoals · Structure no. 000000021950090
- Built
- 1979
- 46 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 30 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,259
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Rays Church Road over Sheats Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Rays Church Road over Sheats Creek in Oconee County, Georgia. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 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 2,259 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,015 by 2032. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Rays Church Road over Sheats Creek built?
It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.
What condition is Rays Church Road over Sheats 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 Rays Church Road over Sheats Creek carry?
About 2,259 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Rays Church Road over Sheats Creek?
The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).
Who owns Rays Church Road over Sheats Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.