Georgia Covered Bridges

[Pao-Duro]

TWT
I moved from the Houston area last year but took a nice little ride around my new home in Peachtree City GA last weekend (south of Atlanta). Thought I would share some pics since I never got to see this type of thing growing up in Abilene and living in Houston. I was doing some area travel research and there are 15 covered bridges in Georgia, and three of these are close to where I live. I took a short 25 mile drive south of here through some gently rolling hills (another thing you don't see in Houston or Abilene) and found the first of these bridges. Bridge is still operational for motorcycles and small cars and marks the end of pavement on this road, so the KLR was right at home. Will have to find the others in future weeks. Also beginning to plan a Georgia mountain ride for late April/early May. Wife had a "girls weekend" a couple of weeks ago so it is my turn.

Texan by birth

 

[scratch]

Cool! It's a tribute to Mr. King's excellent design and craftsmanship that the bridge he built still stands 160+ years later. A wooden bridge no less.

For anyone interested, here is the Google Maps location for the bridge: http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=...498&spn=0.034033,0.085831&t=h&om=1&iwloc=addr
I'm going to be traveling in that part of the country week after next, and might swing down there to see it.

 

[casper59]

Howdy!

Being from those parts by birth, don't miss this one! It's 19 miles south of my home town...

1. Auchumpkee Bridge in Thomaston, Georgia. State Visitor Headquarters. Not open to traffic. It is 96 feet long. Also known as Zorn's Mill. From 1-75 south in Atlanta, take exit 77 to Hwy. 19/41 to Griffin, Zebulon and Thomaston. Go 12 miles south of Historic Square on Hwy. 19 to Allen Road.

http://www.n-georgia.com/auchumpkee-creek-bridge.htm


Southern by birth, Georgian by the grace of God!!

 

[Tourmeister]

I love old bridges. It gets the geek/nerd in me all fired up I did not realize Georgia had so many still in existence. A few years back my wife and I were up in the Vermont, New Hampshire, and Western Massachusetts area. We were just wandering and exploring on a day off from visiting with family and found quite a few really cool covered bridges.

Keep the reports coming!

 

[Pao-Duro]

1. Auchumpkee Bridge in Thomaston, Georgia. State Visitor Headquarters. Not open to traffic. It is 96 feet long. Also known as Zorn's Mill. From 1-75 south in Atlanta, take exit 77 to Hwy. 19/41 to Griffin, Zebulon and Thomaston. Go 12 miles south of Historic Square on Hwy. 19 to Allen Road.

http://www.n-georgia.com/auchumpkee-creek-bridge.htm


This one was next on my list since it's next closest to Peachtree City - thanks for the directions. Maybe the KLR can pose in front again even if the bridge is closed to traffic.

Here's the link to all the GA covered bridges in case any TWT are in the southeast and interested in these things. I must be a geek too because I think they are cool.

http://www.n-georgia.com/coveredbridges.htm

 

[casper59]

This one was next on my list since it's next closest to Peachtree City - thanks for the directions. Maybe the KLR can pose in front again even if the bridge is closed to traffic.

Make sure that you go Hwy 36 to get to Thomaston, lots of good twisties, but be careful when you get within about 5 miles of the FLint River...LOTS of DEER!!

You sould be able to get the KLR up to the walk way, if they haven't changed it the layout is one of walkway to and thru the bridge blocked by 2-3 foot high posts at 2 foot intervals accross the walkway.

 

[casper59]

Little off topic but if you're into historic, checkout Juliette Ga.

http://www.juliettega.com/

It's a nice ride from Peachtree City and the roads are fun. If you make your journey go through Forsyth Ga. they shot scenes for "Return To Macon County" on and around the square, man I feel old! I trailered my '56 chevy there to place on the square for the scene and it helped pay for the restoration...

From PC, I think you should be able to hit several of the historic cities in middle Ga. Not in any order, Zebulon, Barnsville (home of Buggy Days), Newnan (home of Alan Jackson), and several other smaller one's along the way. Lots of old courthouses in these towns too.

 

[budzrex]

There are some nice covered bridges on the North East side of Atlanta and some cool ones in Alabama with some nice DS roads to add to your day
just head towards the Cullman area and you should find some

 

[Pao-Duro]

Thanks for the tips. I've been to downtown Newnan and seen the courthouse, etc. Thomaston was next on my list and I'll be sure to take Hwy 36. I really enjoy riding in this area but am still learning where to go. Funny how I'm getting the best feedback on my old Texas riders forum....just goes to show TWT is a great group of riders.

 

[casper59]

Yeap it is a great group! One more thing, don't know if it's still open to the public, but last time I was home there was a sand pit that allowed riders to enjoy the sand. If you come in from Hwy 36 take N. Church St (Hwy 19 N.) till you hit Northside, the McDonalds is at the corner of 19 and County Rd. turn right (east) at the traffic light and follow it to the creek. Just prior to the bridge is a dirt road that goes back into the sand pit. Enjoy! many fond memories riding my Kaw F11 250 back in there!

 

[budzrex]

The GSB Georgia Sportbike Group is a fun bunch to ride
with, with a nice diverse group of riders and bikes
like the TWT family or at least it was when I lived out
there. Just keep your eye on Wheedle and you will be fine