SR 53 over Hobson Creek
FairPickens County, Georgia · 3.5 MI W of Jasper · Structure no. 000000022700350
- Built
- 1937
- 88 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 14,104
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 53 over Hobson Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 53 over Hobson Creek in Pickens County, Georgia. It was built in 1937, so it is 88 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 14,104 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,975 by 2032. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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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 53 over Hobson Creek built?
It was built in 1937, making it 88 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 53 over Hobson 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does SR 53 over Hobson Creek carry?
About 14,104 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is SR 53 over Hobson Creek?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns SR 53 over Hobson Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.