SR 53 over Sweetwater Creek
GoodDawson County, Georgia · 2.8 MI W of Dawsonville · Structure no. 000000008500080
- Built
- 1930
- 95 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 35 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,850
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 53 over Sweetwater Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 53 over Sweetwater Creek in Dawson County, Georgia. It was built in 1930, so it is 95 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 3,850 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,245 by 2032. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 53 over Sweetwater Creek built?
It was built in 1930, making it 95 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 53 over Sweetwater 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 53 over Sweetwater Creek carry?
About 3,850 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is SR 53 over Sweetwater Creek?
The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns SR 53 over Sweetwater Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.