Old State Rt. 293 over Allatoona Creek (lake)
FairBartow County, Georgia · 3.7 MI SE of Emerson · Structure no. 000000001500580
- Built
- 1949
- 76 years old, rebuilt 1980
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 237 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,400
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Old State Rt. 293 over Allatoona Creek (lake) is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Old State Rt. 293 over Allatoona Creek (lake) in Bartow County, Georgia. It was built in 1949 and reconstructed in 1980, so it is 76 years old, older than the Georgia average of 47.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 7,400 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,010 by 2031. The structure is 237 ft (72.2 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Old State Rt. 293 over Allatoona Creek (lake) built?
It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1980.
What condition is Old State Rt. 293 over Allatoona Creek (lake) in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in October 2024.
How much traffic does Old State Rt. 293 over Allatoona Creek (lake) carry?
About 7,400 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Old State Rt. 293 over Allatoona Creek (lake)?
The structure is 237 ft (72.2 m) long with a longest span of 72 ft (21.9 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns Old State Rt. 293 over Allatoona Creek (lake)?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.