US 78 Bus over Middle Oconee River
Good Condition64 years old40,100 vehicles/day
Location
| State | Georgia |
| County | Clarke |
| Location | 3 Mi W Of Athens Town |
| Carries | US 78 Bus |
| Crosses | Middle Oconee River |
| Coordinates | 33.94685, -83.42306 |
Condition Ratings
| Overall Condition | Good |
| Deck | 7 (Good) |
| Superstructure | 7 (Good) |
| Substructure | 7 (Good) |
| Channel/Waterway | 8 (Very Good) |
| Scour Critical | 5 — Stable for scour |
Physical Characteristics
| Material | Steel Continuous |
| Design | Stringer/Multi-beam |
| Total Length | 270.0 ft (82.3 m) |
| Max Span | 89.9 ft (27.4 m) |
| Deck Width | 115.2 ft (35.1 m) |
| Deck Area | 2888.7 sq m |
| Main Spans | 4 |
| Year Built | 1962 (reconstructed 1999) |
Traffic
| Avg Daily Traffic | 40,100 (2024) |
| Truck Traffic | 1% |
| Lanes On Bridge | 6 |
Inspection & Ownership
| Last Inspection | 423 |
| Inspection Frequency | Every 24 months |
| Owner | State Highway Agency |
| Historical Significance | Bridge is not eligible for the National Register |
| Structure Number | 000000005900230 |