US Bridges

SR 32 over Little Satilla River O/F

Good

Pierce County, Georgia · 5 MI E of Patterson · Structure no. 000000022900140

Built
1967
58 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,680
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 32 over Little Satilla River O/F is a concrete culvert carrying SR 32 over Little Satilla River O/F in Pierce County, Georgia. It was built in 1967, so it is 58 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 1,680 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,815 by 2032. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 km).

CarriesSR 32
CrossesLittle Satilla River O/F
Location5 MI E of Patterson
RouteState Highway 32
StateGeorgia
Coordinates31.35653, -82.05704
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating72 US tons
Inventory rating43 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
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 traffic1,680 (2024)
Projected traffic1,815 by 2032
Trucks25%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed13 mi (21 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$188,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 32 over Little Satilla River O/F built?

It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 32 over Little Satilla River O/F 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does SR 32 over Little Satilla River O/F carry?

About 1,680 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.

How long is SR 32 over Little Satilla River O/F?

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

Who owns SR 32 over Little Satilla River O/F?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.