Ellijay Road over Coosawattee River
GoodPosted for loadGilmer County, Georgia · 2 MI S of Ellijay · Structure no. 000000012300050
- Built
- 1925
- 100 years old, rebuilt 1966
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 185 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,570
- 2024 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Ellijay Road over Coosawattee River is a concrete tee beam carrying Ellijay Road over Coosawattee River in Gilmer County, Georgia. It was built in 1925 and reconstructed in 1966, so it is 100 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 7,570 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,775 by 2032. The structure is 185 ft (56.4 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.8 mi (27 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Ellijay Road over Coosawattee River built?
It was built in 1925, making it 100 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1966.
What condition is Ellijay Road over Coosawattee River 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does Ellijay Road over Coosawattee River carry?
About 7,570 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Ellijay Road over Coosawattee River?
The structure is 185 ft (56.4 m) long with a longest span of 52 ft (15.8 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.
Who owns Ellijay Road over Coosawattee River?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.