US Bridges

Sun Ray Hatchery R over South Fork Broad River

Good

Madison County, Georgia · 1 MI W of Ila · Structure no. 000000019550090

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
45 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
126
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Sun Ray Hatchery R over South Fork Broad River is a concrete culvert carrying Sun Ray Hatchery R over South Fork Broad River in Madison County, Georgia. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 years old, younger 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 126 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 45 by 2032. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesSun Ray Hatchery R
CrossesSouth Fork Broad River
Location1 MI W of Ila
RouteCounty Highway 133
StateGeorgia
Coordinates34.16834, -83.30808
Functional classRural Local

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 evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than 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 spans4
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length45 ft (13.7 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 traffic126 (2024)
Projected traffic45 by 2032
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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 Sun Ray Hatchery R over South Fork Broad River built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is Sun Ray Hatchery R over South Fork Broad River 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 Sun Ray Hatchery R over South Fork Broad River carry?

About 126 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Sun Ray Hatchery R over South Fork Broad River?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Sun Ray Hatchery R over South Fork Broad River?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.