US Bridges

US 27 / SR 1 over Heiferhorn Creek

Good

Harris County, Georgia · 0.22 MI N Harris Co. Line · Structure no. 000000014500010

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
8,080
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 27 / SR 1 over Heiferhorn Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 27 / SR 1 over Heiferhorn Creek in Harris 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 8,080 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,755 by 2032. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 28 mi (45 km).

CarriesUS 27 / SR 1
CrossesHeiferhorn Creek
Location0.22 MI N Harris Co. Line
RouteU.S. Route 27
StateGeorgia
Coordinates32.61093, -84.91139
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
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating61 US tons
Inventory rating35.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length32 ft (9.8 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 traffic8,080 (2024)
Projected traffic10,755 by 2032
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed28 mi (45 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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$188,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 27 / SR 1 over Heiferhorn Creek built?

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

What condition is US 27 / SR 1 over Heiferhorn 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does US 27 / SR 1 over Heiferhorn Creek carry?

About 8,080 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is US 27 / SR 1 over Heiferhorn Creek?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 27 / SR 1 over Heiferhorn Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.