Bowdon Senior Center

101 Barr Ave, Bowdon, GA 30108

School / Childcare

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Apr 9, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Going back to 2024, Bowdon Senior Center has five inspections in the public record. The most recent visit was on Apr 9, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around two violations each.

The pattern that stands out is “food-contact surfaces”, which has been cited two times.

Restaurants in Bowdon average 82, so Bowdon Senior Center is doing better than most peers. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Apr 9, 2026

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector notes: Observed no sanitizer at 3-compartment sink while dishes are being washed./ Must wash, rinse, and sanitize all dishes in three-compartment sink.

511-6-1.05(7)(a)

18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present

Inspector notes: Observed back screen door propped open with screen in disrepair./Must have all exterior doors closed or have sealed screen door./ Repair as needed

511-6-1.07(2)(n)

Sep 26, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 2 major violations.

View 3 violations

8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used

Inspector notes: Observed cleaning spray bottles stored beside cooking equipment./corrected

511-6-1.07(6)(c)

4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized

Inspector notes: Observed ice machine with build up present inside./clean and sanitize more frequently

511-6-1.05(7)(a)

2-2A - management knowledge, responsibilities, reporting

Inspector notes: Observed no signed employee health agreement forms at time of inspection

511-6-1.03(4)(a)(b)(c)(e)(f)

Jan 2, 2025

Routine

2 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

View 3 violations

6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures

Inspector notes: Observed salad being served on counter at 60F./ All cold TCS foods must maintain a temperature of 41F or lower.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

6-1B - proper hot holding temperatures

Inspector notes: Observed meat sauce being served on counter at 107F and 114F./ All hot held TCS foods must maintain a temperature of 135F or above.

511-6-1.04(6)(f)

14A - in-use utensils: properly stored

Inspector notes: Observed handle of ice scoop buried in ice./ All in use utensils must be out of food.

511-6-1.04(4)(k)

May 28, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation.

View 2 violations

4-1A - food separated and protected

Inspector notes: Observed shelled eggs above ready to eat food.

511-6-1.04(4)(c)

15B - warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, used; test strips

Inspector notes: Observed no test strips at time of inspection to test proper sanitizer strength.

511-6-1.05(3)(h)

Jan 4, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 2 minor violations.

View 5 violations

8-2B - toxic substances properly identified, stored, used

Inspector notes: Observed two chemicals bottles stored next to jalapenos and pickles in dry storage room./keep all chemicals and working containers in a designated area away from foods to prevent potential contamination

511-6-1.07(6)(c)

2-2D - adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Inspector notes: Observed ice dumping in handwashing sink; hand washing sink currently clogged./hand washing sinks must be used for handwashing purposes only no ice dumping

511-6-1.06(2)(o)

15B - warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, used; test strips

Inspector notes: Observed no test strips at time of inspection to test proper sanitizer strength./get testing strips and test bleach sanitizing solution

511-6-1.05(3)(h)

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Inspector notes: Observed active water leak from prep sink./repair

511-6-1.07(5)(a)

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Inspector notes: hang mops and brooms

511-6-1.07(5)(f)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Bowdon Senior Center last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Bowdon Senior Center on file is from Apr 9, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Bowdon Senior Center?

Across the inspection record, “food-contact surfaces” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Bowdon Senior Center.

How does Bowdon Senior Center compare to other restaurants in Bowdon?

Bowdon Senior Center most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is higher than the Bowdon average of 82.

Has Bowdon Senior Center's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Bowdon Senior Center have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Bowdon Senior Center means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Bowdon Senior Center inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Bowdon Senior Center is inspected around two times per year on average.

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