US Bridges

US 441 / SR 29 over Bull Branch

Fair

Wilkinson County, Georgia · 5.5 MI N of Mcintyre · Structure no. 000000031900130

Built
1934
91 years old, rebuilt 1999
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,710
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 441 / SR 29 over Bull Branch is a concrete culvert carrying US 441 / SR 29 over Bull Branch in Wilkinson County, Georgia. It was built in 1934 and reconstructed in 1999, so it is 91 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 4,710 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,405 by 2032. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 441 / SR 29
CrossesBull Branch
Location5.5 MI N of Mcintyre
RouteU.S. Route 441
CountyWilkinson County
StateGeorgia
Coordinates32.92547, -83.18658
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum 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 loadH 15
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 traffic4,710 (2024)
Projected traffic6,405 by 2032
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed13 mi (21 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$290,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 441 / SR 29 over Bull Branch built?

It was built in 1934, making it 91 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1999.

What condition is US 441 / SR 29 over Bull 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does US 441 / SR 29 over Bull Branch carry?

About 4,710 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is US 441 / SR 29 over Bull Branch?

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

Who owns US 441 / SR 29 over Bull Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.