US Bridges

SR 32 over Newell Branch

Good

Turner County, Georgia · 2.8 MI W of Ashburn · Structure no. 000000028700070

Built
1953
72 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
44 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,340
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 32 over Newell Branch is a concrete culvert carrying SR 32 over Newell Branch in Turner County, Georgia. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 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 1,340 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,665 by 2031. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesSR 32
CrossesNewell Branch
Location2.8 MI W of Ashburn
RouteState Highway 32
StateGeorgia
Coordinates31.69633, -83.69752
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
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating65.9 US tons
Inventory rating39.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadH 15
Structure length44 ft (13.4 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 traffic1,340 (2024)
Projected traffic1,665 by 2031
Trucks19%
Lanes on structure2
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$258,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 32 over Newell Branch built?

It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 32 over Newell 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does SR 32 over Newell Branch carry?

About 1,340 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is SR 32 over Newell Branch?

The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns SR 32 over Newell Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.