US Bridges

US 27 over L. Tallapoosa River Trib

Good

Carroll County, Georgia · 3 MI N of Carrollton · Structure no. 000000004500050

Built
1937
88 years old, rebuilt 1991
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
13,600
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 27 over L. Tallapoosa River Trib is a concrete culvert carrying US 27 over L. Tallapoosa River Trib in Carroll County, Georgia. It was built in 1937 and reconstructed in 1991, so it is 88 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 13,600 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 20,175 by 2031. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesUS 27
CrossesL. Tallapoosa River Trib
Location3 MI N of Carrollton
RouteU.S. Route 27
StateGeorgia
Coordinates33.61728, -85.09366
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

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 evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating37.9 US tons
Inventory rating22.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic13,600 (2024)
Projected traffic20,175 by 2031
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$294,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 27 over L. Tallapoosa River Trib built?

It was built in 1937, making it 88 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1991.

What condition is US 27 over L. Tallapoosa River 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 US 27 over L. Tallapoosa River Trib carry?

About 13,600 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is US 27 over L. Tallapoosa River Trib?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns US 27 over L. Tallapoosa River Trib?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.