SR 27 over Walker Branch
GoodSumter County, Georgia · 4 MI E of Americus · Structure no. 000000026100090
- Built
- 1947
- 78 years old, rebuilt 1993
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,810
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 27 over Walker Branch is a concrete culvert carrying SR 27 over Walker Branch in Sumter County, Georgia. It was built in 1947 and reconstructed in 1993, so it is 78 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 1,810 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,865 by 2031. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 27 over Walker Branch built?
It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1993.
What condition is SR 27 over Walker 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 January 2025.
How much traffic does SR 27 over Walker Branch carry?
About 1,810 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is SR 27 over Walker Branch?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns SR 27 over Walker Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.