US Bridges

US 280 / SR 30 over Murphys Mill Creek

Good

Sumter County, Georgia · 2 MI E of Americus · Structure no. 000000026100140

Built
1933
92 years old, rebuilt 1994
Condition
Good
inspected January 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,700
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 280 / SR 30 over Murphys Mill Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 280 / SR 30 over Murphys Mill Creek in Sumter County, Georgia. It was built in 1933 and reconstructed in 1994, so it is 92 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 5,700 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,095 by 2032. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

CarriesUS 280 / SR 30
CrossesMurphys Mill Creek
Location2 MI E of Americus
RouteU.S. Route 280
StateGeorgia
Coordinates32.05604, -84.1932
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum 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 length32 ft (9.8 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 traffic5,700 (2024)
Projected traffic10,095 by 2032
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$239,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 280 / SR 30 over Murphys Mill Creek built?

It was built in 1933, making it 92 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1994.

What condition is US 280 / SR 30 over Murphys Mill 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 January 2025.

How much traffic does US 280 / SR 30 over Murphys Mill Creek carry?

About 5,700 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is US 280 / SR 30 over Murphys Mill Creek?

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

Who owns US 280 / SR 30 over Murphys Mill Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.