US Bridges

Bolling Bridge over Chestatee R (lk Lanier)

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Forsyth County, Georgia · Forsyth-Hall CO Line · Structure no. 000000011750550

Built
2018
7 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
985 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
18,600
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Bolling Bridge over Chestatee R (lk Lanier) is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Bolling Bridge over Chestatee R (lk Lanier) in Forsyth County, Georgia. It was built in 2018, so it is 7 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 18,600 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 18,000 by 2037. The structure is 985 ft (300.2 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).

Location

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CarriesBolling Bridge
CrossesChestatee R (lk Lanier)
LocationForsyth-Hall CO Line
RouteState Highway 53
CountyForsyth County
StateGeorgia
Coordinates34.31244, -83.94975
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating76.9 US tons
Inventory rating46 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length985 ft (300.2 m)
Longest span240 ft (73.2 m)
Deck width43 ft (13.2 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic18,600 (2024)
Projected traffic18,000 by 2037
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.8 mi (19 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$131.2 million (2018 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Bolling Bridge over Chestatee R (lk Lanier) built?

It was built in 2018, making it 7 years old in 2025.

What condition is Bolling Bridge over Chestatee R (lk Lanier) 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does Bolling Bridge over Chestatee R (lk Lanier) carry?

About 18,600 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is Bolling Bridge over Chestatee R (lk Lanier)?

The structure is 985 ft (300.2 m) long with a longest span of 240 ft (73.2 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns Bolling Bridge over Chestatee R (lk Lanier)?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.