You'll Want To Cross These 11 Amazing Bridges in Georgia

Let’s face it, whether we realize it or not, bridges are essential for us to function. They help us cross over rivers, streams, highways, and more, sometimes without even realizing we’re driving over them! The most beautiful bridges, however, are the ones set against the backdrop of Georgia’s breathtaking landscape. You’ll want to explore these 11 amazing bridges in Georgia, each with its own unique character or history.

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This suspension bridge sways 80-feet above the beautiful Tallulah Gorge in Tallulah Gorge State Park. The gorge is nearly 1000-feet deep and two miles long. You can view one of the most spectacular canyons in the Southeast over this bridge.
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This amazing, historic bridge is a century-old wooden covered bridge crossing over Settendown Creek in Forsyth County, Georgia. Crossing this bridge is like going back in time.
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This bridge was burnt down by the Union army in 1864 and rebuilt after the Civil War. It was then burned in a fire again in 1926. This bridge is located along the Vickery Creek Trail where visitors can also find two historic mills and a waterfall. Talk about amazing bridges in Georgia, this one is surely one of the most popular!
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The Silver Comet Trail is a long non-motorized trail that starts in Smyrna and runs all the way to Alabama. On the way, it runs through Paulding and Polk County. This particular bridge is found in Paulding County.
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Built 1910 through 1912 by B.H. Hardaway, this concrete arch bridge crosses over the Chattahoochee River in Columbus. Cool fact: this historic bridge was the site of the last Civil War battle!
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This beautiful bridge is right on the Georgia and Tennessee line in McCaysville and Copperhill, which are affectionately known as the Twin Mountain Towns. It would be cool to cross this bridge and be in two states at one time!

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This amazing railroad bridge was named for the street in Augusta. It is still used today by the Norfolk Southern Railroad. It was originally constructed in 1912 for Southern Railroad and replaced the South Carolina Railroad Bridge connecting South Carolina to Augusta. It is still a fascinating bridge to see today!

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This bridge was originally built in 1920 and was taken down beginning in 2012 in order to replace the deteriorating foundation. For nearly 70 years, this bridge helped commuters pass over the rough waters of the Flint River, with tens of thousands of cars passing over it daily.
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We're not sure exactly sure about the history behind this bridge, but from the looks of it, it could tell a good story! Do you know exactly where this bridge is located and/or what the name of it is? Make sure to let us know!

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This old bridge was built in 1872, and surprisingly, it is still open to traffic! If I were you, I wouldn't exactly speed over this bridge, but it would be pretty cool to see it! This is also the site of a Civil War battle.
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This concrete arch bridge was preserved as a pedestrian walkway in the Phenix City Riverwalk Park in Alabama, as well as in Columbus, Georgia.
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Do you live next to any of these amazing bridges in Georgia? Did you drive over one or two? We’d love to hear from you in the comments section! Or, if you’re really fascinated by bridges, then you’ll likely want to take a weekend to trek this ultimate covered bridge road trip.