US Bridges

SR 2 US 76 over Stekoa Creek

Good

Rabun County, Georgia · Inside Clayton Ga · Structure no. 000000024100030

Built
1963
62 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
29 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
8,670
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 2 US 76 over Stekoa Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 2 US 76 over Stekoa Creek in Rabun County, Georgia. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 8,670 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,765 by 2031. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesSR 2 US 76
CrossesStekoa Creek
LocationInside Clayton Ga
RouteU.S. Route 76
StateGeorgia
Coordinates34.87812, -83.39742
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating61 US tons
Inventory rating35.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length29 ft (8.8 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,670 (2024)
Projected traffic9,765 by 2031
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
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$263,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 2 US 76 over Stekoa Creek built?

It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 2 US 76 over Stekoa 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does SR 2 US 76 over Stekoa Creek carry?

About 8,670 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is SR 2 US 76 over Stekoa Creek?

The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns SR 2 US 76 over Stekoa Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.