US Bridges

US 41- SR 127 over Big Indian Creek

FairPosted for load

Houston County, Georgia · Perry - Center Section · Structure no. 000000015300070

Built
1931
94 years old, rebuilt 1988
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2023
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
286 ft
13 main spans
Daily traffic
12,200
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 41- SR 127 over Big Indian Creek is a prestressed concrete slab carrying US 41- SR 127 over Big Indian Creek in Houston County, Georgia. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 1988, so it is 94 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 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 12,200 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,885 by 2032. The structure is 286 ft (87.2 m) long and 88 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesUS 41- SR 127
CrossesBig Indian Creek
LocationPerry - Center Section
RouteU.S. Route 41
StateGeorgia
Coordinates32.45596, -83.7391
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating34 US tons
Inventory rating20 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans13
Design loadH 15
Structure length286 ft (87.2 m)
Longest span22 ft (6.7 m)
Deck width88 ft (26.8 m)
Roadway width74 ft (22.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,200 (2024)
Projected traffic18,885 by 2032
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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$3 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 41- SR 127 over Big Indian Creek built?

It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1988.

What condition is US 41- SR 127 over Big Indian Creek 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does US 41- SR 127 over Big Indian Creek carry?

About 12,200 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is US 41- SR 127 over Big Indian Creek?

The structure is 286 ft (87.2 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.7 m) and a deck 88 ft wide.

Who owns US 41- SR 127 over Big Indian Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.