SR 42 over Towaliga River
GoodMonroe County, Georgia · 6 MI N of Forsyth · Structure no. 000000020700150
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 366 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,920
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 42 over Towaliga River is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 42 over Towaliga River in Monroe County, Georgia. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 3,920 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,285 by 2031. The structure is 366 ft (111.6 m) long and 39 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 42 over Towaliga River built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 42 over Towaliga 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does SR 42 over Towaliga River carry?
About 3,920 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is SR 42 over Towaliga River?
The structure is 366 ft (111.6 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 39 ft wide.
Who owns SR 42 over Towaliga River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.