Hightower Ch RD over Etowah River

Good Condition27 years old40 vehicles/day

Location

StateGeorgia
CountyLumpkin
Location6.7mi NW Of Dahlonega
CarriesHightower Ch RD
CrossesEtowah River
Coordinates34.59323, -84.07793

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionGood
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure7 (Good)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway8 (Very Good)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length129.9 ft (39.6 m)
Max Span60.0 ft (18.3 m)
Deck Width27.2 ft (8.3 m)
Deck Area328.7 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1999

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic40 (2024)
Truck Traffic1%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionDecember 2023
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000018750290

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