US Bridges

US 27 / SR 1 over Carter Creek

Good

Randolph County, Georgia · 3.2 Miles South of Cuthb · Structure no. 000000024350380

Built
2016
9 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,490
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 27 / SR 1 over Carter Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 27 / SR 1 over Carter Creek in Randolph County, Georgia. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 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 2,490 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,045 by 2030. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesUS 27 / SR 1
CrossesCarter Creek
Location3.2 Miles South of Cuthb
RouteU.S. Route 27
StateGeorgia
Coordinates31.72701, -84.80351
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 inspectionJune 2024
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 rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length21 ft (6.4 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 traffic2,490 (2024)
Projected traffic3,045 by 2030
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 proposedDeck replacement with only incidental widening
Estimated improvement cost$2.8 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 27 / SR 1 over Carter Creek built?

It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 27 / SR 1 over Carter 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 June 2024.

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

About 2,490 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is US 27 / SR 1 over Carter Creek?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 27 / SR 1 over Carter Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.