SR 53 over Darnell Creek
GoodPickens County, Georgia · 2 MI NE of Tate · Structure no. 000000022700120
- Built
- 1929
- 96 years old, rebuilt 1980
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 45 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,830
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 53 over Darnell Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 53 over Darnell Creek in Pickens County, Georgia. It was built in 1929 and reconstructed in 1980, so it is 96 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 7,830 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,770 by 2032. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 km).
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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. |
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Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 53 over Darnell Creek built?
It was built in 1929, making it 96 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1980.
What condition is SR 53 over Darnell 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does SR 53 over Darnell Creek carry?
About 7,830 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is SR 53 over Darnell Creek?
The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns SR 53 over Darnell Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.