US Bridges

US 441 / SR 31 over Broxton Creek

Good

Coffee County, Georgia · App 4 MI N of Broxton · Structure no. 000000006900050

Built
1935
90 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
40 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,480
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 441 / SR 31 over Broxton Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 441 / SR 31 over Broxton Creek in Coffee County, Georgia. It was built in 1935, 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 2,480 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,510 by 2032. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 441 / SR 31
CrossesBroxton Creek
LocationApp 4 MI N of Broxton
RouteU.S. Route 441
CountyCoffee County
StateGeorgia
Coordinates31.69041, -82.92076
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 inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating43 US tons
Inventory rating24.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length40 ft (12.2 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width39 ft (11.9 m)
Roadway width36 ft (11.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,480 (2024)
Projected traffic3,510 by 2032
Trucks19%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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$234,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 441 / SR 31 over Broxton Creek built?

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

What condition is US 441 / SR 31 over Broxton 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does US 441 / SR 31 over Broxton Creek carry?

About 2,480 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is US 441 / SR 31 over Broxton Creek?

The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.

Who owns US 441 / SR 31 over Broxton Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.