Old Salem Road over Buck Branch
GoodOconee County, Georgia · 3.8 MI S of Farmington · Structure no. 000000021950130
- Built
- 1984
- 41 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 110
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Old Salem Road over Buck Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Old Salem Road over Buck Branch in Oconee County, Georgia. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 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 110 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 735 by 2032. The structure is 23 ft (7 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 Old Salem Road over Buck Branch built?
It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.
What condition is Old Salem Road over Buck 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 Old Salem Road over Buck Branch carry?
About 110 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Old Salem Road over Buck Branch?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).
Who owns Old Salem Road over Buck Branch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.