US Bridges

US 29 / SR 8 over Double Branch

Good

Madison County, Georgia · 1.9 MI S of Danielsville · Structure no. 000000019500030

Built
1931
94 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
7,910
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 29 / SR 8 over Double Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US 29 / SR 8 over Double Branch in Madison County, Georgia. It was built in 1931, 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 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 7,910 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,595 by 2032. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesUS 29 / SR 8
CrossesDouble Branch
Location1.9 MI S of Danielsville
RouteU.S. Route 29
StateGeorgia
Coordinates34.10186, -83.23459
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46 US tons
Inventory rating26.9 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 traffic7,910 (2024)
Projected traffic11,595 by 2032
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 29 / SR 8 over Double Branch built?

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

What condition is US 29 / SR 8 over Double Branch 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does US 29 / SR 8 over Double Branch carry?

About 7,910 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is US 29 / SR 8 over Double Branch?

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

Who owns US 29 / SR 8 over Double Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.