US Bridges

Armuchee Connector over Oostanaula River O/F

Good

Floyd County, Georgia · 3.2 MI NE of Rome · Structure no. 000000011551020

Built
2011
14 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
200 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
9,840
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Armuchee Connector over Oostanaula River O/F is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Armuchee Connector over Oostanaula River O/F in Floyd County, Georgia. It was built in 2011, so it is 14 years old, younger 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 9,840 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,680 by 2031. The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesArmuchee Connector
CrossesOostanaula River O/F
Location3.2 MI NE of Rome
RouteCounty Highway 5000
CountyFloyd County
StateGeorgia
Coordinates34.29277, -85.16267
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating73 US tons
Inventory rating44 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length200 ft (61 m)
Longest span40 ft (12.2 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.4 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,840 (2024)
Projected traffic4,680 by 2031
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$1.2 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Armuchee Connector over Oostanaula River O/F built?

It was built in 2011, making it 14 years old in 2025.

What condition is Armuchee Connector over Oostanaula River O/F 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 2023.

How much traffic does Armuchee Connector over Oostanaula River O/F carry?

About 9,840 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Armuchee Connector over Oostanaula River O/F?

The structure is 200 ft (61 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns Armuchee Connector over Oostanaula River O/F?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.