US 76- SR 2 over Butternut Creek
FairUnion County, Georgia · 1.5 MI NE of Blairsville · Structure no. 000000029100060
- Built
- 1926
- 99 years old, rebuilt 1989
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 13,200
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 76- SR 2 over Butternut Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 76- SR 2 over Butternut Creek in Union County, Georgia. It was built in 1926 and reconstructed in 1989, so it is 99 years old, older 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 13,200 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,450 by 2032. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
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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 US 76- SR 2 over Butternut Creek built?
It was built in 1926, making it 99 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1989.
What condition is US 76- SR 2 over Butternut 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does US 76- SR 2 over Butternut Creek carry?
About 13,200 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is US 76- SR 2 over Butternut Creek?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US 76- SR 2 over Butternut Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.