US Bridges

US 80/ SR 26 over East Fork Yam Grandy Crk

Good

Emanuel County, Georgia · 2.2 MI SW of SWAINSB0RO · Structure no. 000000010751310

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
44 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
3,480
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 80/ SR 26 over East Fork Yam Grandy Crk is a concrete culvert carrying US 80/ SR 26 over East Fork Yam Grandy Crk in Emanuel County, Georgia. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 3,480 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,815 by 2032. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesUS 80/ SR 26
CrossesEast Fork Yam Grandy Crk
Location2.2 MI SW of SWAINSB0RO
RouteU.S. Route 80
StateGeorgia
Coordinates32.58617, -82.36828
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 inspectionSeptember 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 rating61 US tons
Inventory rating35.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length44 ft (13.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,480 (2024)
Projected traffic4,815 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 SystemNo

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$258,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 80/ SR 26 over East Fork Yam Grandy Crk built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 80/ SR 26 over East Fork Yam Grandy Crk 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does US 80/ SR 26 over East Fork Yam Grandy Crk carry?

About 3,480 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is US 80/ SR 26 over East Fork Yam Grandy Crk?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 80/ SR 26 over East Fork Yam Grandy Crk?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.