US Bridges

US 1 Bypass (sbl) over Norfolk Southern

Good

Emanuel County, Georgia · 2.5 MI S of Swainsboro · Structure no. 000000010751330

Built
2002
23 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
213 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,650
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 1 Bypass (sbl) over Norfolk Southern is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 1 Bypass (sbl) over Norfolk Southern in Emanuel County, Georgia. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 4,650 vehicles a day, roughly 34% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,675 by 2032. The structure is 213 ft (64.9 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 1 Bypass (sbl)
CrossesNorfolk Southern
Location2.5 MI S of Swainsboro
RouteU.S. Route 1
StateGeorgia
Coordinates32.55887, -82.33852
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating78.9 US tons
Inventory rating40.9 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length213 ft (64.9 m)
Longest span71 ft (21.6 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.2 m)
Roadway width37 ft (11.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,650 (2024)
Projected traffic3,675 by 2032
Trucks34%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$1.2 million
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 1 Bypass (sbl) over Norfolk Southern built?

It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 1 Bypass (sbl) over Norfolk Southern 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 1 Bypass (sbl) over Norfolk Southern carry?

About 4,650 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 34% are trucks.

How long is US 1 Bypass (sbl) over Norfolk Southern?

The structure is 213 ft (64.9 m) long with a longest span of 71 ft (21.6 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns US 1 Bypass (sbl) over Norfolk Southern?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.