US Bridges

US 1 Bypass/ SR 4 over East Fork Yam Grandy Crk

Good

Emanuel County, Georgia · 2.2 MI SW of Swainsboro · Structure no. 000000010751350

Built
2005
20 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
44 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
4,000
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 1 Bypass/ SR 4 over East Fork Yam Grandy Crk is a concrete culvert carrying US 1 Bypass/ SR 4 over East Fork Yam Grandy Crk in Emanuel County, Georgia. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 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 4,000 vehicles a day, roughly 36% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,015 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 1 Bypass/ SR 4
CrossesEast Fork Yam Grandy Crk
Location2.2 MI SW of Swainsboro
RouteU.S. Route 1
StateGeorgia
Coordinates32.58783, -82.36702
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
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 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 rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating79.9 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 traffic4,000 (2024)
Projected traffic3,015 by 2032
Trucks36%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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$539,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 1 Bypass/ SR 4 over East Fork Yam Grandy Crk built?

It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 1 Bypass/ SR 4 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does US 1 Bypass/ SR 4 over East Fork Yam Grandy Crk carry?

About 4,000 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 36% are trucks.

How long is US 1 Bypass/ SR 4 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 1 Bypass/ SR 4 over East Fork Yam Grandy Crk?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.