Georgia Bridge Infrastructure: A Complete Analysis
A comprehensive look at Georgia's bridge inventory, including condition grades, highest-traffic crossings, worst-rated structures, and oldest bridges.
Georgia is home to 15,090 bridges spanning 159 counties, making it one of the most significant bridge inventories in the country. These bridges carry a combined 155,740,735 vehicle crossings every day. Here is a comprehensive look at the state of Georgia's bridge infrastructure based on the latest National Bridge Inventory data.
15,090
Total Bridges
A
Infrastructure Grade
1.7%
Poor Condition
48 years
Average Age
Georgia at a Glance
Georgia earns an overall infrastructure grade of A based on the percentage of its bridges in poor condition. Currently, 263 bridges (1.7%) are rated poor, compared to the national average of 6.7%. The average bridge in Georgia is 48 years old, younger than the national average of 48 years.
Of the state's 15,090 bridges, 10,876 are in good condition, 3,951 are fair, and 263 are poor. View the full breakdown on the [Georgia report card](/reports/georgia).
Most-Traveled Bridges in Georgia
These are the bridges carrying the highest daily traffic volumes across Georgia. High-traffic bridges are critical infrastructure -- their condition directly affects the commutes of tens of thousands of drivers.
| # | Bridge | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | I-75 over CS 3541 BELL STREET | 75.5 |
| 2 | I-75 over SR 54 UNIVERSITY AVENUE | 72.5 |
| 3 | I-75 over SOUTH RIVER TRIB. | 64.3 |
| 4 | I-75 over CSX RAILROAD | 74.8 |
| 5 | I-75 over M-9053 GEORGIA AVE. | 75.3 |
| 6 | I-75 over M9184 EDWD- M9150 AUBU | 70.2 |
| 7 | I-75 (NBL) over M-9495 TERRELL MILL RD | 72.0 |
| 8 | I-75 over POORHOUSE CREEK | 77.6 |
| 9 | I-85 over BROMOLOW CREEK | 76.3 |
| 10 | I-85 over BEAVER RUIN CREEK | 73.9 |
Worst-Condition Bridges in Georgia
The following bridges have the lowest sufficiency ratings in Georgia. These structures are the most likely candidates for federal repair or replacement funding under the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.
| # | Bridge | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | TURMAN ROAD over FORK CREEK | 8.5 |
| 2 | MAIN STREET over NS RR (719386R) | 11.4 |
| 3 | SMITH OVERHEAD RD. over NORFOLK SOUTHERN RR | 12.1 |
| 4 | J W DUNN ROAD over WHITE SULPHUR CRK TRIB | 12.2 |
| 5 | SELFRIDGE ROAD over LITTLE COTTON INDIAN CR | 12.4 |
| 6 | WATER WORKS RD over CSX RAILROAD (279806B) | 12.6 |
| 7 | REX CIRCLE over BIG COTTON INDIAN CREEK | 13.6 |
| 8 | SNIDER ROAD over JOES CREEK | 13.6 |
| 9 | HILLVIEW ROAD over CANOOCHEE RIVER TRIB | 13.6 |
| 10 | REYNOLDSVILLE RD over WILLIAMS CREEK TRIB | 13.7 |
Oldest Bridges in Georgia
Georgia's oldest bridges tell the story of the state's transportation history. Some of these structures have been in continuous service for over a century.
| # | Bridge | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | CONCORD RD (COVERE over NICKAJACK CREEK | 32.5 |
| 2 | WATSON MILL ROAD over SOUTH FORK BROAD RIVER | 30.4 |
| 3 | COVERED BR. LANE over STONE MOUNTAIN CREEK | 34.7 |
| 4 | ELDERS MILL ROAD over ROSE CREEK | 27.1 |
| 5 | SPRING FLATS ROAD over PINEY WOODS CREEK | 70.4 |
| 6 | SR 120 over YELLOW RIVER | 67.8 |
| 7 | US 29-CSX RR-M9124 over ATLANTA BELTLINE | 56.2 |
| 8 | DONALD LEE HOLLOWE over ATLANTA BELTLINE | 53.7 |
| 9 | GORDON STREET over ATLANTA BELTLINE | 57.7 |
| 10 | US 76/SR 282 over ROCK CREEK | 51.7 |
What These Numbers Mean for Georgia
Georgia's bridge infrastructure grade of A reflects both the current condition of the state's bridges and the scale of the challenge ahead. With an average bridge age of 48 years, many of these structures are approaching or past the 50-75 year design life typical of most bridges. The state's ability to maintain and replace aging bridges will determine whether conditions improve or deteriorate in the coming decade.
For county-by-county breakdowns, historical trends, and individual bridge profiles, visit the [Georgia state page](/bridges/georgia) or the [Georgia report card](/reports/georgia). You can also explore how Georgia compares to other states in our [state rankings](/blog/best-bridge-infrastructure-by-state-2025).
Data source: All data comes from the National Bridge Inventory maintained by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA). BridgeStats is not affiliated with the U.S. government. Data is provided for informational purposes only.
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