The community is proud of the latest addition to the Elbert Campus of Athens Technical College; the Coggins Center. It's an Industrial Technology facility including industrial systems, robotics, diesel mechanics as well as electrical/construction and welding labs.

Elbert County Airport – Patz Field is located in Elberton, approximately 35 miles northeast of Athens and 49 miles southeast of Toccoa. The primary highway access to the airport from the east and west is via Georgia Highway 72. Other highways in the vicinity are Georgia 77, 17 and 368.

Elberton and Elbert County have the essentials for industry – land, buildings, utilities, workforce and educational opportunities. But one item vital in today’s world is technological accessibility. The City of Elberton owns and operates a broadband system covering all of Elberton including the Elberton Industrial Park and part of Elbert County.

Utilities are critical to the survival of any industry. Elberton Utilities provides electricity, natural gas, water, sewer and telecommunications. All utilities are in place in the Elberton Industrial Park where there is a substation for a variety of power needs.

The Elberton Industrial Park (EIP) is an excellent location for an industry to prosper. With 137 available acres, all utilities are already in place including electricity, natural gas, water, sewer and telecommunications. Explore the Property page to learn more including completed environmental work. Plus, see property outside park for industry or retail with huge price drop.

The Development Authority helps new and existing industry research financial possibilities from a variety of sources. Elbert County has several designations that can help a business. If you are interested in locating in Elbert County, please contact the Development Authority and we will research the best options for you.