US 76 SR 2 over Hiawassee River
FairTowns County, Georgia · 2 MI SE of Hiawassee · Structure no. 000000028100050
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old, rebuilt 1990
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 230 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 11,500
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 76 SR 2 over Hiawassee River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 76 SR 2 over Hiawassee River in Towns County, Georgia. It was built in 1940 and reconstructed in 1990, so it is 85 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 11,500 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,065 by 2032. The structure is 230 ft (70.1 m) long and 59 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| 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 SR 2 over Hiawassee River built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1990.
What condition is US 76 SR 2 over Hiawassee 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does US 76 SR 2 over Hiawassee River carry?
About 11,500 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is US 76 SR 2 over Hiawassee River?
The structure is 230 ft (70.1 m) long with a longest span of 46 ft (14 m) and a deck 59 ft wide.
Who owns US 76 SR 2 over Hiawassee River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.