US Bridges

SR 4 - US 1 over Sandy Run Creek Trib

Good

Richmond County, Georgia · 2.6 MI W of Blythe · Structure no. 000000024500030

Built
1949
76 years old, rebuilt 2002
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
30 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
8,880
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 4 - US 1 over Sandy Run Creek Trib is a concrete culvert carrying SR 4 - US 1 over Sandy Run Creek Trib in Richmond County, Georgia. It was built in 1949 and reconstructed in 2002, so it is 76 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 8,880 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,390 by 2032. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesSR 4 - US 1
CrossesSandy Run Creek Trib
Location2.6 MI W of Blythe
RouteU.S. Route 1
StateGeorgia
Coordinates33.30053, -82.2487
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
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 length30 ft (9.1 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 traffic8,880 (2024)
Projected traffic9,390 by 2032
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

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$272,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 4 - US 1 over Sandy Run Creek Trib built?

It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2002.

What condition is SR 4 - US 1 over Sandy Run Creek Trib 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does SR 4 - US 1 over Sandy Run Creek Trib carry?

About 8,880 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is SR 4 - US 1 over Sandy Run Creek Trib?

The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns SR 4 - US 1 over Sandy Run Creek Trib?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.