US-27 /Sr 1 over Salmon Creek
GoodChattooga County, Georgia · 5.5 MI E of Summerville · Structure no. 000000005550850
- Built
- 2001
- 24 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 10,700
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US-27 /Sr 1 over Salmon Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US-27 /Sr 1 over Salmon Creek in Chattooga County, Georgia. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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 10,700 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,445 by 2031. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 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 | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US-27 /Sr 1 over Salmon Creek built?
It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.
What condition is US-27 /Sr 1 over Salmon 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does US-27 /Sr 1 over Salmon Creek carry?
About 10,700 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is US-27 /Sr 1 over Salmon Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).
Who owns US-27 /Sr 1 over Salmon Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.