US Bridges

SR 4 - US 1 over Little Hurricane CR Trib

Good

Bacon County, Georgia · 6 M. N of Alma · Structure no. 000000000550190

Built
2000
25 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
23 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,610
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 4 - US 1 over Little Hurricane CR Trib is a concrete culvert carrying SR 4 - US 1 over Little Hurricane CR Trib in Bacon County, Georgia. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 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 5,610 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,005 by 2031. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

CarriesSR 4 - US 1
CrossesLittle Hurricane CR Trib
Location6 M. N of Alma
RouteU.S. Route 1
StateGeorgia
Coordinates31.59564, -82.46204
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 inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating71 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length23 ft (7 m)
Longest span5 ft (1.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,610 (2024)
Projected traffic7,005 by 2031
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 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$245,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 4 - US 1 over Little Hurricane CR Trib built?

It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 4 - US 1 over Little Hurricane CR Trib 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 Little Hurricane CR Trib carry?

About 5,610 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is SR 4 - US 1 over Little Hurricane CR Trib?

The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m).

Who owns SR 4 - US 1 over Little Hurricane CR Trib?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.