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UPSON COUNTY - GDOT contractors will close the Jeff Davis Bridge over Ten Mile Creek, 2 miles northwest of Thomaston, for replacement starting March 4, 2025. The closure will last approximately 180 days and is for the bridge replacement project.

Detour Map includes the suggested routes:

• Jeff Davis Westside of Bridge will be detoured West (6.4 miles) to SR74/ Crest Hwy going east (8.5 miles) to West Gordan St (1.6 miles) to US19/41 North/Church St (3.6 miles) ending at Jeff Davis Eastside of Bridge.
• Jeff Davis Eastside will be detoured east (1.2 miles) to US19/41/Church St South (3.6 miles) to West Main St (1.6 miles) to SR 74/Crest Hwy going west (8.5 miles) end at Jeff Davis onthe westside of Bridge.
• Fire Tower Rd, Skelton Rd, Burkett Rd and Old Alabama Rd will be Detoured to Jeff Davis Westside of Bridge
• Baker Britt Rd will be detoured to Jeff Davis Westside of Bridge or SR 74 east
• Hannahs Mill Rd will be detoured to Jeff Davis eastside of Bridge or West Main St.

ADVISORY: Dates may change due to weather or other factors. Motorists are advised to expect delays, exercise caution, and reduce their speed while traveling through work zones. Before heading out, get real-time information on work status and traffic conditions. Call 511, visit 511ga.org, or download the Georgia 511 app.