US 76 over Coosawattee River
FairGilmer County, Georgia · In South Ellijay · Structure no. 000000012300270
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old, rebuilt 1999
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 216 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,310
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 76 over Coosawattee River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 76 over Coosawattee River in Gilmer County, Georgia. It was built in 1960 and reconstructed in 1999, 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 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 9,310 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,720 by 2032. The structure is 216 ft (65.8 m) long and 102 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 | 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 US 76 over Coosawattee River built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1999.
What condition is US 76 over Coosawattee 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does US 76 over Coosawattee River carry?
About 9,310 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is US 76 over Coosawattee River?
The structure is 216 ft (65.8 m) long with a longest span of 54 ft (16.5 m) and a deck 102 ft wide.
Who owns US 76 over Coosawattee River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.