US Bridges

SR 32 Harrell High over Buffalo Swamp

Fair

Glynn County, Georgia · 2.3 MI W of JCT SR 27 · Structure no. 000000012700280

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Slab
Concrete
Length
56 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
5,560
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 32 Harrell High over Buffalo Swamp is a concrete slab carrying SR 32 Harrell High over Buffalo Swamp in Glynn County, Georgia. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 years old, older than the Georgia average of 47.5 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 5,560 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,455 by 2031. The structure is 56 ft (17.1 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 32 Harrell High
CrossesBuffalo Swamp
Location2.3 MI W of JCT SR 27
RouteState Highway 32
CountyGlynn County
StateGeorgia
Coordinates31.26487, -81.59335
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating53.9 US tons
Inventory rating32 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans4
Design loadH 15
Structure length56 ft (17.1 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width33 ft (10.2 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,560 (2024)
Projected traffic7,455 by 2031
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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$328,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 32 Harrell High over Buffalo Swamp built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 32 Harrell High over Buffalo Swamp in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.

How much traffic does SR 32 Harrell High over Buffalo Swamp carry?

About 5,560 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is SR 32 Harrell High over Buffalo Swamp?

The structure is 56 ft (17.1 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns SR 32 Harrell High over Buffalo Swamp?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.