US Bridges

US 23/ SR 27 over Cattle Crossing Branch

Good

Telfair County, Georgia · 6.8 MI E of Mcrae · Structure no. 000000027100020

Built
1934
91 years old, rebuilt 1999
Condition
Good
inspected February 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,340
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 23/ SR 27 over Cattle Crossing Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US 23/ SR 27 over Cattle Crossing Branch in Telfair County, Georgia. It was built in 1934 and reconstructed in 1999, so it is 91 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 3,340 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,205 by 2031. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesUS 23/ SR 27
CrossesCattle Crossing Branch
Location6.8 MI E of Mcrae
RouteU.S. Route 23
StateGeorgia
Coordinates32.01182, -82.80444
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2025
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 spans2
Design loadH 15
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 traffic3,340 (2024)
Projected traffic5,205 by 2031
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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$190,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 23/ SR 27 over Cattle Crossing Branch built?

It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1999.

What condition is US 23/ SR 27 over Cattle Crossing 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 February 2025.

How much traffic does US 23/ SR 27 over Cattle Crossing Branch carry?

About 3,340 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is US 23/ SR 27 over Cattle Crossing Branch?

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

Who owns US 23/ SR 27 over Cattle Crossing Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.