US Bridges

US 76 over Scataway Creek

Good

Towns County, Georgia · 4.7 MI SE of Hiawassee · Structure no. 000000028100070

Built
1933
92 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
44 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
2,520
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 76 over Scataway Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 76 over Scataway Creek in Towns County, Georgia. It was built in 1933, so it is 92 years old, older 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 2,520 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,200 by 2031. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.2 mi (39 km).

CarriesUS 76
CrossesScataway Creek
Location4.7 MI SE of Hiawassee
RouteU.S. Route 76
StateGeorgia
Coordinates34.92601, -83.6766
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating47 US tons
Inventory rating28 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadH 15
Structure length44 ft (13.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,520 (2024)
Projected traffic4,200 by 2031
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed24.2 mi (39 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 US 76 over Scataway Creek built?

It was built in 1933, making it 92 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 76 over Scataway 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does US 76 over Scataway Creek carry?

About 2,520 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is US 76 over Scataway Creek?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 76 over Scataway Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.