South Main Street over Scott Creek
FairRabun County, Georgia · City of Clayton · Structure no. 000000024100320
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,180
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
South Main Street over Scott Creek is a concrete culvert carrying South Main Street over Scott Creek in Rabun County, Georgia. It was built in 1960, 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 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 4,180 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,125 by 2031. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was South Main Street over Scott Creek built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is South Main Street over Scott 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 South Main Street over Scott Creek carry?
About 4,180 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is South Main Street over Scott Creek?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns South Main Street over Scott Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.