US Bridges

US 76- SR 515 over Golf Cart O/Pass

Good

Towns County, Georgia · 0.2 MI N of Young Harris · Structure no. 000000028100210

Built
1989
36 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
54 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
12,600
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 76- SR 515 over Golf Cart O/Pass is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 76- SR 515 over Golf Cart O/Pass in Towns County, Georgia. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 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 12,600 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,710 by 2031. The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long and 75 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 76- SR 515
CrossesGolf Cart O/Pass
Location0.2 MI N of Young Harris
RouteU.S. Route 76
CountyTowns County
StateGeorgia
Coordinates34.95166, -83.84696
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating78.9 US tons
Inventory rating42 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length54 ft (16.5 m)
Longest span54 ft (16.5 m)
Deck width75 ft (23 m)
Roadway width72 ft (22 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,600 (2024)
Projected traffic13,710 by 2031
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesPedestrian / bicycle
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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$489,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 76- SR 515 over Golf Cart O/Pass built?

It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 76- SR 515 over Golf Cart O/Pass 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- SR 515 over Golf Cart O/Pass carry?

About 12,600 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is US 76- SR 515 over Golf Cart O/Pass?

The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long with a longest span of 54 ft (16.5 m) and a deck 75 ft wide.

Who owns US 76- SR 515 over Golf Cart O/Pass?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.