General Information About Georgia DOT

History

The State Highway Department was created on August 16, 1916 by an act of the Legislature. The Department of Transportation (GDOT) was created in 1972 by former Governor Jimmy Carter.

Duties

The Georgia Department of Transportation plans, constructs, maintains and improves the state's road and bridges; provides planning and financial support for other modes of transportation such as mass transit and airports; provides airport and air safety planning; and provides air travel to state departments. The Department also provides administrative support to the State Tollway Authority and the Georgia Rail Passenger Authority.

Mission Statement

The Georgia Department of Transportation provides a safe, seamless and sustainable transportation system that supports Georgia’s economy and is sensitive to its citizens and environment.

Organizational Links

The Georgia Department of Transportation consist of approximately 6,000 employees under the leadership of Commissioner Harold Linnenkohl.

Organizational Chart (PDF)	State Transportation Board
The Georgia DOT's organizational structure of transportation officials, divisions, offices and units	A listing of the State Transportation Board Members and their Congressional Districts.
Divisions	Districts
An overview of the divisions, offices and units that make up the Georgia DOT.	General information on the Georgia DOT's statewide district and area offices.
Frequently Asked Questions	Georgia DOT Contacts
Information on transportation topics of interest to the public	Contact directory for Georgia DOT top management officials. Georgia DOT phone directory
Georgia Special Road and Bridge Name Locator	Press Room
A complete listing of State roads and bridges in Georgia named after individuals.	A listing of press releases, fact sheets and reports that keeps the public informed about the activities of the Georgia DOT.

Georgia DOT Mailing Address

Georgia Department of Transportation
No. 2 Capitol Square, S.W.
Atlanta, Georgia  30334
(404) 656-5267 (Office)
(404) 463-6336 (Fax)

Updated December 23, 2005. 11:02