US 27 /Sr 1 over Town Branch
GoodChattooga County, Georgia · In Summerville · Structure no. 000000005500500
- Built
- 1986
- 39 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 48 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 18,300
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 27 /Sr 1 over Town Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US 27 /Sr 1 over Town Branch in Chattooga County, Georgia. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 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 18,300 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,415 by 2031. The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 27 /Sr 1 over Town Branch built?
It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 27 /Sr 1 over Town 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does US 27 /Sr 1 over Town Branch carry?
About 18,300 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is US 27 /Sr 1 over Town Branch?
The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).
Who owns US 27 /Sr 1 over Town Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.