US 27 Alt. over Mill Creek
FairPosted for loadMeriwether County, Georgia · 3 MI N of Greenville · Structure no. 000000019900210
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 150 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,370
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 27 Alt. over Mill Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying US 27 Alt. over Mill Creek in Meriwether 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 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 4,370 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,740 by 2031. The structure is 150 ft (45.7 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 27 Alt. over Mill Creek built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 27 Alt. over Mill 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does US 27 Alt. over Mill Creek carry?
About 4,370 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is US 27 Alt. over Mill Creek?
The structure is 150 ft (45.7 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns US 27 Alt. over Mill Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.