SR 52 over Owl Town Creek
FairGilmer County, Georgia · 2.1 MI S of Ellijay · Structure no. 000000012300190
- Built
- 1943
- 82 years old, rebuilt 1985
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 170 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,990
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 52 over Owl Town Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying SR 52 over Owl Town Creek in Gilmer County, Georgia. It was built in 1943 and reconstructed in 1985, so it is 82 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 9,990 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,645 by 2032. The structure is 170 ft (51.8 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 37.9 mi (61 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 52 over Owl Town Creek built?
It was built in 1943, making it 82 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1985.
What condition is SR 52 over Owl Town 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does SR 52 over Owl Town Creek carry?
About 9,990 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is SR 52 over Owl Town Creek?
The structure is 170 ft (51.8 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns SR 52 over Owl Town Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.