US Bridges

US 27 Alt / SR 85 over Mulberry Creek

Good

Harris County, Georgia · 1.5 MI N of Waverly Hall · Structure no. 000000014500090

Built
1938
87 years old, rebuilt 1958
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,170
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 27 Alt / SR 85 over Mulberry Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 27 Alt / SR 85 over Mulberry Creek in Harris County, Georgia. It was built in 1938 and reconstructed in 1958, so it is 87 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 4,170 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,190 by 2032. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.7 mi (51 km).

CarriesUS 27 Alt / SR 85
CrossesMulberry Creek
Location1.5 MI N of Waverly Hall
RouteU.S. Route 27
StateGeorgia
Coordinates32.71081, -84.73512
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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
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 adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating103 US tons
Inventory rating61.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
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 traffic4,170 (2024)
Projected traffic5,190 by 2032
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed31.7 mi (51 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

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 Alt / SR 85 over Mulberry Creek built?

It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1958.

What condition is US 27 Alt / SR 85 over Mulberry 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 2023.

How much traffic does US 27 Alt / SR 85 over Mulberry Creek carry?

About 4,170 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is US 27 Alt / SR 85 over Mulberry Creek?

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

Who owns US 27 Alt / SR 85 over Mulberry Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.