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Officials weigh $250k–$300k repair vs. multi-year GDOT project for Flat Shoals Bridge
Summary
Administrator John Gorton said GDOT estimates a full-design project on the Flat Shoals Bridge could take 18–24 months before construction and may keep the crossing closed 3–4 years; staff will obtain engineer estimates for a potential $250k–$300k repair split between Meriwether County, Pike County and GDOT.
County Administrator John Gorton updated commissioners on the Flat Shoals Bridge, which serves as a crossing between Meriwether County and Pike County. Gorton said the counties had discussed options with GDOT and that a full design and funding project could take 'approximately 18 to 24 months before construction could begin, potentially leaving the bridge closed for three to four years.'
Administrator Gorton and Public Works Director Brian Griffith said county engineers would evaluate the bridge and estimate repair costs. Gorton suggested a limited repair might cost about $250,000–$300,000 and that a three-way cost-sharing arrangement among Meriwether County, Pike County and GDOT could reopen the bridge faster than a state-led full replacement. Commissioners expressed concern about investing heavily only to have GDOT later replace the bridge, and agreed staff should pursue engineer estimates and contact state legislators, including Representative Randy Roberts, to seek assistance and possible expedited review.
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