US Bridges

US 23 / SR 87 over Dry Branch Creek

Good

Twiggs County, Georgia · 1.5 MI NW of Huber · Structure no. 000000028900480

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
37 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,570
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 23 / SR 87 over Dry Branch Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 23 / SR 87 over Dry Branch Creek in Twiggs County, Georgia. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 years old, younger 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 2,570 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,135 by 2031. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).

CarriesUS 23 / SR 87
CrossesDry Branch Creek
Location1.5 MI NW of Huber
RouteU.S. Route 23
StateGeorgia
Coordinates32.7262, -83.55948
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
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 spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length37 ft (11.3 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,570 (2024)
Projected traffic3,135 by 2031
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.8 mi (19 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 23 / SR 87 over Dry Branch Creek built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 23 / SR 87 over Dry Branch Creek 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 2024.

How much traffic does US 23 / SR 87 over Dry Branch Creek carry?

About 2,570 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is US 23 / SR 87 over Dry Branch Creek?

The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns US 23 / SR 87 over Dry Branch Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.