SR 4 - US 1 over Murphy Branch
GoodBacon County, Georgia · 5.5 MI N of Alma · Structure no. 000000000500060
- Built
- 1927
- 98 years old, rebuilt 2001
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 34 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,270
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 4 - US 1 over Murphy Branch is a concrete culvert carrying SR 4 - US 1 over Murphy Branch in Bacon County, Georgia. It was built in 1927 and reconstructed in 2001, so it is 98 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 4,270 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,585 by 2031. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 4 - US 1 over Murphy Branch built?
It was built in 1927, making it 98 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2001.
What condition is SR 4 - US 1 over Murphy Branch 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does SR 4 - US 1 over Murphy Branch carry?
About 4,270 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is SR 4 - US 1 over Murphy Branch?
The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns SR 4 - US 1 over Murphy Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.