US Bridges

US 82 / SR 50 over Town Branch

Good

Randolph County, Georgia · 0.9 MI E of Cuthbert · Structure no. 000000024300100

Built
1935
90 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,120
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 82 / SR 50 over Town Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US 82 / SR 50 over Town Branch in Randolph County, Georgia. It was built in 1935, so it is 90 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 4,120 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,480 by 2030. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesUS 82 / SR 50
CrossesTown Branch
Location0.9 MI E of Cuthbert
RouteU.S. Route 82
StateGeorgia
Coordinates31.77016, -84.77708
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating39.9 US tons
Inventory rating23.9 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 width31 ft (9.4 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,120 (2024)
Projected traffic6,480 by 2030
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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$188,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 82 / SR 50 over Town Branch built?

It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 82 / SR 50 over Town 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does US 82 / SR 50 over Town Branch carry?

About 4,120 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is US 82 / SR 50 over Town Branch?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns US 82 / SR 50 over Town Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.