US Bridges

U.S.27/ SR 1 over Wamble Creek

Good

Early County, Georgia · App 4.5 MI S of Blakely · Structure no. 000000009950580

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
43 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,250
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

U.S.27/ SR 1 over Wamble Creek is a concrete culvert carrying U.S.27/ SR 1 over Wamble Creek in Early 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 3,250 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,045 by 2032. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesU.S.27/ SR 1
CrossesWamble Creek
LocationApp 4.5 MI S of Blakely
RouteU.S. Route 27
StateGeorgia
Coordinates31.29861, -84.8577
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating103.9 US tons
Inventory rating62.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length43 ft (13.1 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,250 (2024)
Projected traffic3,045 by 2032
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$252,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was U.S.27/ SR 1 over Wamble Creek built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.

What condition is U.S.27/ SR 1 over Wamble 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 December 2023.

How much traffic does U.S.27/ SR 1 over Wamble Creek carry?

About 3,250 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is U.S.27/ SR 1 over Wamble Creek?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns U.S.27/ SR 1 over Wamble Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.