US Bridges

US 27 (nbl)/ SR 1 over West Point Lake-Fish Cr.

Good

Troup County, Georgia · 7.2 MI N of Lagrange · Structure no. 000000028500110

Built
1972
53 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
180 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,380
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 27 (nbl)/ SR 1 over West Point Lake-Fish Cr. is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 27 (nbl)/ SR 1 over West Point Lake-Fish Cr. in Troup County, Georgia. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 5,380 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,870 by 2032. The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 27 (nbl)/ SR 1
CrossesWest Point Lake-Fish Cr.
Location7.2 MI N of Lagrange
RouteU.S. Route 27
CountyTroup County
StateGeorgia
Coordinates33.14413, -85.0389
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating57 US tons
Inventory rating34.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length180 ft (54.9 m)
Longest span60 ft (18.3 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.8 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,380 (2024)
Projected traffic9,870 by 2032
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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$1.1 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 27 (nbl)/ SR 1 over West Point Lake-Fish Cr. built?

It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 27 (nbl)/ SR 1 over West Point Lake-Fish Cr. 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does US 27 (nbl)/ SR 1 over West Point Lake-Fish Cr. carry?

About 5,380 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is US 27 (nbl)/ SR 1 over West Point Lake-Fish Cr.?

The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns US 27 (nbl)/ SR 1 over West Point Lake-Fish Cr.?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.