US Bridges

US 19- US 129 over Conley Creek

Good

Union County, Georgia · 7.8 MI N of Blairsville · Structure no. 000000029100130

Built
1940
85 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
44 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
9,660
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 19- US 129 over Conley Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 19- US 129 over Conley Creek in Union County, Georgia. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 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 9,660 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,095 by 2032. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).

CarriesUS 19- US 129
CrossesConley Creek
Location7.8 MI N of Blairsville
RouteU.S. Route 19
StateGeorgia
Coordinates34.95608, -84.05508
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating65.9 US tons
Inventory rating39.9 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 traffic9,660 (2024)
Projected traffic10,095 by 2032
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.8 mi (19 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 19- US 129 over Conley Creek built?

It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 19- US 129 over Conley 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does US 19- US 129 over Conley Creek carry?

About 9,660 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is US 19- US 129 over Conley Creek?

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

Who owns US 19- US 129 over Conley Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.