Etowah River Road over Palmer Creek
GoodDawson County, Georgia · 3.6 MI SE of Dawsonville · Structure no. 000000008550120
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 38 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,240
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Etowah River Road over Palmer Creek is a steel culvert carrying Etowah River Road over Palmer Creek in Dawson County, Georgia. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 years old, older than the Georgia average of 47.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 1,240 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 735 by 2032. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Etowah River Road over Palmer Creek built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is Etowah River Road over Palmer Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in August 2024.
How much traffic does Etowah River Road over Palmer Creek carry?
About 1,240 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Etowah River Road over Palmer Creek?
The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).
Who owns Etowah River Road over Palmer Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.