US Bridges

US 82 Cor Z over Gum Creek

Good

Berrien County, Georgia · 1.5 MI E of Enigma · Structure no. 000000001900120

Built
1935
90 years old, rebuilt 1986
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,250
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 82 Cor Z over Gum Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 82 Cor Z over Gum Creek in Berrien County, Georgia. It was built in 1935 and reconstructed in 1986, so it is 90 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 5,250 vehicles a day, roughly 29% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,440 by 2031. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesUS 82 Cor Z
CrossesGum Creek
Location1.5 MI E of Enigma
RouteU.S. Route 82
StateGeorgia
Coordinates31.40885, -83.30252
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 inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating40.9 US tons
Inventory rating24.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,250 (2024)
Projected traffic7,440 by 2031
Trucks29%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

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$235,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 82 Cor Z over Gum Creek built?

It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1986.

What condition is US 82 Cor Z over Gum 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 2024.

How much traffic does US 82 Cor Z over Gum Creek carry?

About 5,250 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 29% are trucks.

How long is US 82 Cor Z over Gum Creek?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns US 82 Cor Z over Gum Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.