US Bridges

US 27 (nbl) / SR 1 over Hodchodkee Creek

Good

Stewart County, Georgia · 1 MI SE of Lumpkin · Structure no. 000000025900330

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
168 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
2,570
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 27 (nbl) / SR 1 over Hodchodkee Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying US 27 (nbl) / SR 1 over Hodchodkee Creek in Stewart County, Georgia. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 2,570 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,070 by 2032. The structure is 168 ft (51.2 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 27 (nbl) / SR 1
CrossesHodchodkee Creek
Location1 MI SE of Lumpkin
RouteU.S. Route 27
StateGeorgia
Coordinates32.03204, -84.7999
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating66.9 US tons
Inventory rating39.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length168 ft (51.2 m)
Longest span44 ft (13.4 m)
Deck width41 ft (12.6 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,570 (2024)
Projected traffic2,070 by 2032
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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$985,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 27 (nbl) / SR 1 over Hodchodkee Creek built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 27 (nbl) / SR 1 over Hodchodkee 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 2023.

How much traffic does US 27 (nbl) / SR 1 over Hodchodkee Creek carry?

About 2,570 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is US 27 (nbl) / SR 1 over Hodchodkee Creek?

The structure is 168 ft (51.2 m) long with a longest span of 44 ft (13.4 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.

Who owns US 27 (nbl) / SR 1 over Hodchodkee Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.