SR 53 over Flat Creek
GoodDawson County, Georgia · Just S of Dawsonville · Structure no. 000000008500110
- Built
- 1931
- 94 years old, rebuilt 1983
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 12,700
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 53 over Flat Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 53 over Flat Creek in Dawson County, Georgia. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 1983, so it is 94 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 12,700 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,415 by 2032. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 53 over Flat Creek built?
It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1983.
What condition is SR 53 over Flat 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 Flat Creek carry?
About 12,700 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is SR 53 over Flat Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns SR 53 over Flat Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.