SR 293 over Etowah River
FairBartow County, Georgia · 2 MI SE of Cartersville · Structure no. 000000001500610
- Built
- 1928
- 97 years old, rebuilt 1984
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 450 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,740
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 293 over Etowah River is a concrete tee beam carrying SR 293 over Etowah River in Bartow County, Georgia. It was built in 1928 and reconstructed in 1984, so it is 97 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 5 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 8,740 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,185 by 2031. The structure is 450 ft (137.2 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 293 over Etowah River built?
It was built in 1928, making it 97 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1984.
What condition is SR 293 over Etowah River 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 SR 293 over Etowah River carry?
About 8,740 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is SR 293 over Etowah River?
The structure is 450 ft (137.2 m) long with a longest span of 52 ft (15.8 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns SR 293 over Etowah River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.