SR 53 over Shoal Creek

Fair Condition56 years old6,710 vehicles/day

Location

StateGeorgia
CountyDawson
Location1.6 Mi W Of Dawsonville
CarriesSR 53
CrossesShoal Creek
Coordinates34.42101, -84.14666

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck5 (Fair)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour Critical5 — Stable for scour

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length231.0 ft (70.4 m)
Max Span77.1 ft (23.5 m)
Deck Width50.5 ft (15.4 m)
Deck Area1084.2 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1970

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic6,710 (2024)
Truck Traffic1%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection824
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000008500100

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