US Bridges

US 27 / SR 1 over Little Pumpkin Creek

Good

Randolph County, Georgia · 7.5 MI N of Cuthbert · Structure no. 000000024300030

Built
1940
85 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
29 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,360
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 27 / SR 1 over Little Pumpkin Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 27 / SR 1 over Little Pumpkin Creek in Randolph County, Georgia. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 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 2,360 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,625 by 2030. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.7 mi (35 km).

CarriesUS 27 / SR 1
CrossesLittle Pumpkin Creek
Location7.5 MI N of Cuthbert
RouteU.S. Route 27
StateGeorgia
Coordinates31.87853, -84.79369
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable 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 length29 ft (8.8 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,360 (2024)
Projected traffic2,625 by 2030
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed21.7 mi (35 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 proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$263,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 27 / SR 1 over Little Pumpkin Creek built?

It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 27 / SR 1 over Little Pumpkin Creek 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does US 27 / SR 1 over Little Pumpkin Creek carry?

About 2,360 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is US 27 / SR 1 over Little Pumpkin Creek?

The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns US 27 / SR 1 over Little Pumpkin Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.