Tom Wheeler Road over Hightower Creek

Fair Condition30 years old70 vehicles/day

Location

StateGeorgia
CountyTowns
LocationS Jct SR 2 SE Hiawassee
CarriesTom Wheeler Road
CrossesHightower Creek
Coordinates34.92350, -83.68756

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck7 (Good)
Superstructure6 (Satisfactory)
Substructure7 (Good)
Channel/Waterway7 (Good)
Scour CriticalUnknown

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length65.0 ft (19.8 m)
Max Span65.0 ft (19.8 m)
Deck Width18.4 ft (5.6 m)
Deck Area110.9 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1996

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic70 (2024)
Truck Traffic1%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection524
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000028150270

Nearby Bridges