SR 52 over Gab Creek
FairLumpkin County, Georgia · 11.25 MI W of Dahlonega · Structure no. 000000018700080
- Built
- 1941
- 84 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 30 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,580
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 52 over Gab Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 52 over Gab Creek in Lumpkin County, Georgia. It was built in 1941, so it is 84 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 6 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 1,580 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,655 by 2032. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 52 over Gab Creek built?
It was built in 1941, making it 84 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 52 over Gab 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 December 2023.
How much traffic does SR 52 over Gab Creek carry?
About 1,580 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is SR 52 over Gab Creek?
The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).
Who owns SR 52 over Gab Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.