US Bridges

SR 32 Harrell High over Oakgrove Creek

Good

Glynn County, Georgia · 1.5 MI W of JCT SR 27 · Structure no. 000000012700310

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Good
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 Oakgrove Creek is a concrete slab carrying SR 32 Harrell High over Oakgrove Creek 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 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 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 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesSR 32 Harrell High
CrossesOakgrove Creek
Location1.5 MI W of JCT SR 27
RouteState Highway 32
StateGeorgia
Coordinates31.26958, -81.58564
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating54.9 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 width34 ft (10.4 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 Oakgrove Creek built?

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

What condition is SR 32 Harrell High over Oakgrove 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does SR 32 Harrell High over Oakgrove Creek carry?

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

How long is SR 32 Harrell High over Oakgrove Creek?

The structure is 56 ft (17.1 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.

Who owns SR 32 Harrell High over Oakgrove Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.