SR 53 over Polecat Branch
GoodPickens County, Georgia · 4 MI S of Jasper · Structure no. 000000022700170
- Built
- 1949
- 76 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 37 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,570
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 53 over Polecat Branch is a concrete culvert carrying SR 53 over Polecat Branch in Pickens County, Georgia. It was built in 1949, so it is 76 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 6,570 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,125 by 2032. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 53 over Polecat Branch built?
It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 53 over Polecat Branch 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 Polecat Branch carry?
About 6,570 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is SR 53 over Polecat Branch?
The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns SR 53 over Polecat Branch?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.