US Bridges

SR 32 over Chickasawhatchee CR Trib

Good

Terrell County, Georgia · 2.5 MI E of Dawson · Structure no. 000000027300020

Built
1938
87 years old, rebuilt 1975
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Channel Beam
Prestressed Concrete
Length
60 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,150
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 32 over Chickasawhatchee CR Trib is a prestressed concrete channel beam carrying SR 32 over Chickasawhatchee CR Trib in Terrell County, Georgia. It was built in 1938 and reconstructed in 1975, so it is 87 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 1,150 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,380 by 2031. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long and 28 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesSR 32
CrossesChickasawhatchee CR Trib
Location2.5 MI E of Dawson
RouteState Highway 32
StateGeorgia
Coordinates31.77532, -84.40431
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46 US tons
Inventory rating28 US tons

Structure

Structure typeChannel Beam
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length60 ft (18.3 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width28 ft (8.5 m)
Roadway width27 ft (8.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,150 (2024)
Projected traffic1,380 by 2031
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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 proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$125,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 32 over Chickasawhatchee CR Trib built?

It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1975.

What condition is SR 32 over Chickasawhatchee CR 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does SR 32 over Chickasawhatchee CR Trib carry?

About 1,150 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is SR 32 over Chickasawhatchee CR Trib?

The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.

Who owns SR 32 over Chickasawhatchee CR Trib?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.