Big Creek Road over Big Creek
FairRabun County, Georgia · 11.5 MI NE of Dillard · Structure no. 000000024150220
- Built
- 1980
- 45 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 44 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Big Creek Road over Big Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Big Creek Road over Big Creek in Rabun County, Georgia. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 years old, younger 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 10 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 900 by 2031. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Big Creek Road over Big Creek built?
It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.
What condition is Big Creek Road over Big 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 Big Creek Road over Big Creek carry?
About 10 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Big Creek Road over Big Creek?
The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Big Creek Road over Big Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.