US 27 over Buck Creek
GoodPosted for loadCarroll County, Georgia · 4 MI N of Carrollton · Structure no. 000000004500060
- Built
- 1941
- 84 years old, rebuilt 1990
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 150 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 20,000
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 27 over Buck Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying US 27 over Buck Creek in Carroll County, Georgia. It was built in 1941 and reconstructed in 1990, so it is 84 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 20,000 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 27,750 by 2031. The structure is 150 ft (45.7 m) long and 92 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 27 over Buck Creek built?
It was built in 1941, making it 84 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1990.
What condition is US 27 over Buck 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does US 27 over Buck Creek carry?
About 20,000 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is US 27 over Buck Creek?
The structure is 150 ft (45.7 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 92 ft wide.
Who owns US 27 over Buck Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.