US Bridges

SR 15 US 23 US 4 over Stekoa Creek

Fair

Rabun County, Georgia · Inside Clayton City Limit · Structure no. 000000024100140

Built
1962
63 years old, rebuilt 1991
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
64 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
20,200
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 15 US 23 US 4 over Stekoa Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 15 US 23 US 4 over Stekoa Creek in Rabun County, Georgia. It was built in 1962 and reconstructed in 1991, so it is 63 years old, older than the Georgia average of 47.5 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 20,200 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,595 by 2031. The structure is 64 ft (19.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesSR 15 US 23 US 4
CrossesStekoa Creek
LocationInside Clayton City Limit
RouteU.S. Route 23
StateGeorgia
Coordinates34.88895, -83.39281
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating65.9 US tons
Inventory rating39.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length64 ft (19.5 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic20,200 (2024)
Projected traffic23,595 by 2031
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
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$682,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 15 US 23 US 4 over Stekoa Creek built?

It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1991.

What condition is SR 15 US 23 US 4 over Stekoa Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in June 2024.

How much traffic does SR 15 US 23 US 4 over Stekoa Creek carry?

About 20,200 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is SR 15 US 23 US 4 over Stekoa Creek?

The structure is 64 ft (19.5 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m).

Who owns SR 15 US 23 US 4 over Stekoa Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.