US Bridges

SR 2 US 76 over Timpson Creek

Good

Rabun County, Georgia · 4.5 MI W of Clayton · Structure no. 000000024100340

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
44 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,960
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 2 US 76 over Timpson Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 2 US 76 over Timpson Creek in Rabun County, Georgia. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 4,960 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,005 by 2031. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

CarriesSR 2 US 76
CrossesTimpson Creek
Location4.5 MI W of Clayton
RouteU.S. Route 76
StateGeorgia
Coordinates34.86738, -83.47868
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
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
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 adequacy8: Equal 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 length44 ft (13.4 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,960 (2024)
Projected traffic7,005 by 2031
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 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$258,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 2 US 76 over Timpson Creek built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 2 US 76 over Timpson 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 Timpson Creek carry?

About 4,960 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is SR 2 US 76 over Timpson Creek?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns SR 2 US 76 over Timpson Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.