Historic Bridges in Georgia
1,832 bridges built before 1951 in Georgia still in service today.
Bridges Built Before 1951
The United States has 1,832 bridges in Georgia built before 1951 that remain in active service. These structures are 75+ years old — many predate modern engineering codes and were not designed for today's traffic volumes and vehicle weights. The average design life of a bridge is 50 years, making these aging structures a significant infrastructure concern.
| Bridge | State | Condition | Year Built | Age (Years) | ADT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HASTY BRANCH | Georgia | Fair | 1950 | 76 | 570 |
| SHELLSTONE CREEK | Georgia | Good | 1950 | 76 | 590 |
| BIG BRANCH | Georgia | Good | 1950 | 76 | 440 |
| HAMMOCKS BRANCH | Georgia | Fair | 1950 | 76 | 440 |
| TURKEY CREEK OVERFLOW | Georgia | Fair | 1950 | 76 | 150 |
| SULLIVAN CREEK | Georgia | Fair | 1950 | 76 | 250 |
| ALCOVY RIVER | Georgia | Fair | 1950 | 76 | 24,700 |
| BIG FLAT CREEK | Georgia | Good | 1950 | 76 | 9,840 |
| BAY CREEK | Georgia | Good | 1950 | 76 | 13,100 |
| PERCH CREEK | Georgia | Fair | 1950 | 76 | 290 |
| PERCH CREEK OVERFLOW | Georgia | Good | 1950 | 76 | 290 |
| GREASY BRANCH | Georgia | Good | 1950 | 76 | 370 |
| SATILLA RIVER TRIB | Georgia | Good | 1950 | 76 | 850 |
| CSX RAILROAD (279526Y) | Georgia | Fair | 1950 | 76 | 10 |
| WILLIAMS CREEK | Georgia | Fair | 1950 | 76 | 194 |
| WHITESIDES CREEK | Georgia | Fair | 1950 | 76 | 194 |
| GOLDENS CREEK | Georgia | Fair | 1950 | 76 | 158 |
| LITTLE BRIER CREEK | Georgia | Fair | 1950 | 76 | 70 |
| CSX RAILROAD (279774X) | Georgia | Fair | 1950 | 76 | 40 |
| BRUSH CREEK | Georgia | Good | 1950 | 76 | 1,690 |
| STEEL CREEK | Georgia | Fair | 1950 | 76 | 158 |
| KINCHAFOONEE CR TRIB | Georgia | Good | 1950 | 76 | 350 |
| MAULDIN MILL CREEK | Georgia | Fair | 1950 | 76 | 3,970 |
| KENYON CREEK | Georgia | Fair | 1950 | 76 | 1,370 |
| DRY CREEK | Georgia | Fair | 1950 | 76 | 1,740 |
| HOUSE CREEK OVERFLOW | Georgia | Good | 1950 | 76 | 360 |
| HOUSE CREEK | Georgia | Good | 1950 | 76 | 110 |
| UPTON CREEK | Georgia | Good | 1950 | 76 | 158 |
| PISTOL CREEK | Georgia | Good | 1950 | 76 | 30 |
| FISHING CREEK | Georgia | Good | 1950 | 76 | 60 |
| BIG SANDY CREEK | Georgia | Fair | 1950 | 76 | 150 |
| J. STROM THURMOND DAM | Georgia | Fair | 1950 | 76 | 1,350 |
About Historic Bridge Data
Bridges built before 1951 are classified as historic in this database. Many were designed to 1940s standards with lower load limits and narrower lanes. While FHWA requires regular inspections of all bridges regardless of age, older structures often require more frequent monitoring and rehabilitation investment.