Dawson Forrest RD over Black Mill Creek
FairDawson County, Georgia · 5 MI S of Dawsonville · Structure no. 000000008500220
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 37 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,890
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Dawson Forrest RD over Black Mill Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Dawson Forrest RD over Black Mill Creek in Dawson County, Georgia. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 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 5 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 6,890 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,735 by 2032. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
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Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Dawson Forrest RD over Black Mill Creek built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.
What condition is Dawson Forrest RD over Black Mill Creek 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does Dawson Forrest RD over Black Mill Creek carry?
About 6,890 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Dawson Forrest RD over Black Mill Creek?
The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Dawson Forrest RD over Black Mill Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.