US Bridges

SR 4 (sbl) US 1 over Gum Slough

Good

Ware County, Georgia · 15 MI S of Waycross · Structure no. 000000029900840

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,670
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 4 (sbl) US 1 over Gum Slough is a concrete culvert carrying SR 4 (sbl) US 1 over Gum Slough in Ware County, Georgia. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 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 4,670 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,975 by 2032. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 4 (sbl) US 1
CrossesGum Slough
Location15 MI S of Waycross
RouteU.S. Route 1
CountyWare County
StateGeorgia
Coordinates31.03409, -82.15431
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
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 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 rating61 US tons
Inventory rating35.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length32 ft (9.8 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 traffic4,670 (2024)
Projected traffic6,975 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$188,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 4 (sbl) US 1 over Gum Slough built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 4 (sbl) US 1 over Gum Slough 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does SR 4 (sbl) US 1 over Gum Slough carry?

About 4,670 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is SR 4 (sbl) US 1 over Gum Slough?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns SR 4 (sbl) US 1 over Gum Slough?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.