US Bridges

US 27 - SR1 over Blue Creek

Good

Early County, Georgia · 2.4 Miles South of Blakel · Structure no. 000000009950680

Built
2009
16 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
35 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,770
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 27 - SR1 over Blue Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 27 - SR1 over Blue Creek in Early County, Georgia. It was built in 2009, so it is 16 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 3,770 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,045 by 2032. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesUS 27 - SR1
CrossesBlue Creek
Location2.4 Miles South of Blakel
RouteU.S. Route 27
StateGeorgia
Coordinates31.34716, -84.91273
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 inspectionJanuary 2024
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 rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating81.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length35 ft (10.7 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,770 (2024)
Projected traffic3,045 by 2032
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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$205,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 27 - SR1 over Blue Creek built?

It was built in 2009, making it 16 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 27 - SR1 over Blue 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does US 27 - SR1 over Blue Creek carry?

About 3,770 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is US 27 - SR1 over Blue Creek?

The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns US 27 - SR1 over Blue Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.