US Bridges

SR 52 over Little Amicalola Creek

Good

Dawson County, Georgia · 11.6 MI NW of Dawsonville · Structure no. 000000008500030

Built
1941
84 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
29 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,110
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 52 over Little Amicalola Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 52 over Little Amicalola Creek in Dawson County, Georgia. It was built in 1941, so it is 84 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 4,110 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,825 by 2032. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

CarriesSR 52
CrossesLittle Amicalola Creek
Location11.6 MI NW of Dawsonville
RouteState Highway 52
StateGeorgia
Coordinates34.5388, -84.26447
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 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 adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length29 ft (8.8 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,110 (2024)
Projected traffic3,825 by 2032
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 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$170,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 52 over Little Amicalola Creek built?

It was built in 1941, making it 84 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 52 over Little Amicalola 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 SR 52 over Little Amicalola Creek carry?

About 4,110 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is SR 52 over Little Amicalola Creek?

The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).

Who owns SR 52 over Little Amicalola Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.