Upper Bethany RD over Bluff Creek

Fair Condition86 years old1,140 vehicles/day

Location

StateGeorgia
CountyCherokee
Location5 Mi W Of Ball Ground
CarriesUpper Bethany RD
CrossesBluff Creek
Coordinates34.34573, -84.45977

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck6 (Satisfactory)
Superstructure5 (Fair)
Substructure5 (Fair)
Channel/Waterway8 (Very Good)
Scour CriticalUnknown

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length25.9 ft (7.9 m)
Max Span25.9 ft (7.9 m)
Deck Width21.7 ft (6.6 m)
Deck Area52.1 sq m
Main Spans1
Year Built1940 (reconstructed 1957)

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic1,140 (2024)
Truck Traffic1%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection324
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000000005750070

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