US Bridges

US 27/ SR 1 over Dix Branch

Fair

Troup County, Georgia · In North Lagrange · Structure no. 000000028500080

Built
1936
89 years old, rebuilt 1989
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
37 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
11,200
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 27/ SR 1 over Dix Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US 27/ SR 1 over Dix Branch in Troup County, Georgia. It was built in 1936 and reconstructed in 1989, so it is 89 years old, older than the Georgia average of 47.5 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 11,200 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,770 by 2032. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesUS 27/ SR 1
CrossesDix Branch
LocationIn North Lagrange
RouteU.S. Route 27
StateGeorgia
Coordinates33.06055, -85.02861
Functional classUrban Other Principal Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
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 spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length37 ft (11.3 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,200 (2024)
Projected traffic19,770 by 2032
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure5
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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$394,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 27/ SR 1 over Dix Branch built?

It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1989.

What condition is US 27/ SR 1 over Dix Branch in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in August 2023.

How much traffic does US 27/ SR 1 over Dix Branch carry?

About 11,200 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is US 27/ SR 1 over Dix Branch?

The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).

Who owns US 27/ SR 1 over Dix Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.