Bethel Road over Stekoa Creek
FairRabun County, Georgia · 1.1 MI E of Tiger · Structure no. 000000024150340
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 47 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,100
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Bethel Road over Stekoa Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Bethel Road over Stekoa Creek in Rabun County, Georgia. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 1,100 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 900 by 2031. The structure is 47 ft (14.3 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 | 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 Bethel Road over Stekoa Creek built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is Bethel Road 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 Bethel Road over Stekoa Creek carry?
About 1,100 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Bethel Road over Stekoa Creek?
The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).
Who owns Bethel Road over Stekoa Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.