SR 520 Business US over NS Railroad
GoodPosted for loadDougherty County, Georgia · Albany - Eastside · Structure no. 000000009500340
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 160 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 18,000
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 520 Business US over NS Railroad is a concrete tee beam carrying SR 520 Business US over NS Railroad in Dougherty County, Georgia. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 18,000 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 28,335 by 2032. The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long and 64 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 520 Business US over NS Railroad built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 520 Business US over NS Railroad 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 December 2023.
How much traffic does SR 520 Business US over NS Railroad carry?
About 18,000 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is SR 520 Business US over NS Railroad?
The structure is 160 ft (48.8 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 64 ft wide.
Who owns SR 520 Business US over NS Railroad?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.