US Bridges

SR 1 - US 27 (sbl) over Armuchee Creek

Good

Floyd County, Georgia · 9.8 MI N of Rome · Structure no. 000000011550800

Built
1998
27 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
360 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
8,510
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 1 - US 27 (sbl) over Armuchee Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 1 - US 27 (sbl) over Armuchee Creek in Floyd County, Georgia. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 8,510 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,050 by 2032. The structure is 360 ft (109.7 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesSR 1 - US 27 (sbl)
CrossesArmuchee Creek
Location9.8 MI N of Rome
RouteU.S. Route 27
StateGeorgia
Coordinates34.39456, -85.19654
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating89 US tons
Inventory rating33 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length360 ft (109.7 m)
Longest span90 ft (27.4 m)
Deck width41 ft (12.6 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,510 (2024)
Projected traffic16,050 by 2032
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
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$2.1 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 1 - US 27 (sbl) over Armuchee Creek built?

It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 1 - US 27 (sbl) over Armuchee 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does SR 1 - US 27 (sbl) over Armuchee Creek carry?

About 8,510 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is SR 1 - US 27 (sbl) over Armuchee Creek?

The structure is 360 ft (109.7 m) long with a longest span of 90 ft (27.4 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.

Who owns SR 1 - US 27 (sbl) over Armuchee Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.