DOT Physical Clayton, GA
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Accredited Drug Testing Inc provides DOT Physicals in Clayton, GA and throughout the local area.
The Department of Transportation (DOT) and the Federal Motor Carriers Safety Administration (FMCSA) requires that all drivers holding a CDL license must have a DOT physical, complete a medical examination report and successfully complete all requirements of the DOT physical to be issued a CDL medical card, the card is valid for 24 months and must be renewed every 2 years with a physical.
Accredited Drug Testing, Inc. provides DOT and non DOT physicals Clayton, GA at most drug testing centers and our affiliated medical facilities. All DOT physicals are administered by an examiner trained and certified by FMCSA. Testing centers are located in most cities and within minutes of your home or office.
To Schedule Your DOT Physical or DOT Drug Test at a local testing center call - (800)221-4291 or Schedule your DOT physical or DOT drug test now by clicking the schedule now button below.
81 UPPER RIVERDALE RD SW #140 1.3 miles
RIVERDALE, GA 30274
83 UPPER RIVERDALE RD SW STE 155 1.3 miles
RIVERDALE, GA 30274
804 COMMERCE BLVD STE A25 1.7 miles
RIVERDALE, GA 30296
217 ARROWHEAD BLVD STE D1 1.8 miles
JONESBORO, GA 30236
750 MOUNT ZION RD 2.8 miles
JONESBORO, GA 30236
769 MORROW RD 3.0 miles
FOREST PARK, GA 30297
5032 CLARK HOWELL HWY 3.3 miles
COLLEGE PARK, GA 30349
526 Forest Pkwy Ste K 4.1 miles
Forest Park, GA 30297
1500 MOUNT ZION RD 4.1 miles
MORROW, GA 30260
6681 JONESBORO RD 4.2 miles
MORROW, GA 30260
7147 JONESBORO RD STE L 4.2 miles
Morrow, GA 30260
5185 OLD NATIONAL HWY 4.5 miles
ATLANTA, GA 30349
6000 S TERMINAL PKWY STE 375 4.9 miles
ATLANTA, GA 30337
6000 N TERMINAL PKWY STE 315 5.1 miles
ATLANTA, GA 30320
791 Oak St 5.7 miles
Hapeville, GA 30354
3580 ATLANTA AVE 5.8 miles
HAPEVILLE, GA 30354
1005 VIRGINIA AVE STE 100 6.0 miles
ATLANTA, GA 30354
535 N CENTRAL AVE 6.4 miles
HAPEVILLE, GA 30354
4223 MORELAND AVE 7.0 miles
CONLEY, GA 30288
1397 CEDAR GROVE RD 7.5 miles
CONLEY, GA 30288
757 CLEVELAND AVE SW STE D 7.5 miles
ATLANTA, GA 30315
1203 CLEVELAND AVE STE 1 C 7.7 miles
EAST POINT, GA 30344
115 COMMERCE DR STE A 7.9 miles
FAYETTEVILLE, GA 30214
1136 Cleveland Ave Ste 303, S Fulton Med Arts Ctr 7.9 miles
East Point, GA 30344
635 GLYNN ST N STE 1 8.2 miles
FAYETTEVILLE, GA 30214
3515 CAMP CREEK PKWY STE 110 8.5 miles
EAST POINT, GA 30344
87 HIGHWAY 138 W 9.0 miles
STOCKBRIDGE, GA 30281
500 LANIER AVE W STE 412 9.1 miles
FAYETTEVILLE, GA 30214
1275 HIGHWAY 54 W STE 201 10.0 miles
FAYETTEVILLE, GA 30214
1240 HIGHWAY 54 W STE 102 10.0 miles
FAYETTEVILLE, GA 30214
923 DILL AVE SW 10.1 miles
ATLANTA, GA 30310
11760 HASTINGS BRIDGE RD 10.5 miles
HAMPTON, GA 30228
155 EAGLES WALK STE F 11.4 miles
STOCKBRIDGE, GA 30281
1129 HOSPITAL DR STE 5E 11.4 miles
STOCKBRIDGE, GA 30281
501 PULLIAM ST SW STE 144 11.7 miles
ATLANTA, GA 30312
305 WILLOW LN 11.7 miles
STOCKBRIDGE, GA 30281
175 HANDLEY RD STE 200 11.9 miles
TYRONE, GA 30290
920 DANNON VW SW STE 3103 CASCADE PROFESSIONAL PARK 12.0 miles
ATLANTA, GA 30331
125C HOWELL RD 12.3 miles
TYRONE, GA 30290
236 AUBURN AVE NE STE 205A 12.8 miles
ATLANTA, GA 30303
2221 PEACHTREE ST NE 13.2 miles
ATLANTA, GA 30309
1230 PEACHTREE ST NE STE 1900 13.2 miles
ATLANTA, GA 30309
80 Vinings Dr Ste 80 13.3 miles
McDonough, GA 30253
338 W Peachtree St NW 13.3 miles
Atlanta, GA 30308
1287 SPUR 138 STE 8 13.4 miles
JONESBORO, GA 30236
1270 CAROLINE ST NE 13.4 miles
ATLANTA, GA 30307
550 Peachtree Street NE, Suite, 13.6 miles
Atlanta, GA 30308
550 PEACHTREE ST NE STE 1460 13.6 miles
ATLANTA, GA 30308
145 NORTH AVE NE 13.8 miles
ATLANTA, GA 30308
688 SPRING ST NW 13.9 miles
ATLANTA, GA 30308
23 EASTBROOK BND STE 200 14.1 miles
PEACHTREE CITY, GA 30269
3965 CASCADE RD SW STE R 14.2 miles
ATLANTA, GA 30331
5670 FULTON INDUSTRIAL BLVD SW 14.2 miles
ATLANTA, GA 30336
882 PONCE DE LEON AVE NE 14.3 miles
ATLANTA, GA 30306
4795 FULTON INDUSTRIAL BLVD SW STE F 14.7 miles
ATLANTA, GA 30336
4770 FULTON INDUSTRIAL BLVD SW 14.8 miles
ATLANTA, GA 30336
4445 Commerce Dr SW STE B11 14.8 miles
ATLANTA, GA 30336
4525 Fulton Industrial Blvd SW 14.9 miles
Atlanta, GA 30336
4367 NEW SNAPFINGER WOODS DR 15.2 miles
DECATUR, GA 30035
2375 WESLEY CHAPEL RD 15.2 miles
DECATUR, GA 30035
155 WESTRIDGE PKWY STE 104 16.0 miles
MCDONOUGH, GA 30253
155 WESTRIDGE PKWY STE 114 16.0 miles
MCDONOUGH, GA 30253
1365 CLIFTON RD NE 16.0 miles
ATLANTA, GA 30322
1480 CHATTAHOOCHEE AVE NW 16.3 miles
ATLANTA, GA 30318
5040 SNAPFINGER WOODS DR STE 102 16.4 miles
DECATUR, GA 30035
1631 HIGHWAY 20 W 16.6 miles
MCDONOUGH, GA 30253
2292 PEACHTREE RD NW 16.9 miles
ATLANTA, GA 30309
101 REGENCY PARK DR STE 100 16.9 miles
MCDONOUGH, GA 30253
8225 MALL PARKWAY ST 110 17.0 miles
LITHONIA, GA 30038
1834 CLAIRMONT RD 17.3 miles
DECATUR, GA 30033
1276 MCCONNELL DR 17.5 miles
DECATUR, GA 30033
125 S ZACK HINTON PKWY 18.2 miles
MCDONOUGH, GA 30253
1800 HOWELL MILL RD NW STE 130 18.4 miles
ATLANTA, GA 30318
2300 COMMERCE PL 18.4 miles
MCDONOUGH, GA 30253
1497 HIGHWAY 20 W 18.4 miles
MCDONOUGH, GA 30253
1025 VETERANS MEMORIAL HWY SE OUTPARCEL 7A 18.6 miles
MABLETON, GA 30126
561 THORNTON RD 19.3 miles
LITHIA SPRINGS, GA 30122
3617 ROSWELL RD NE STE A 19.5 miles
ATLANTA, GA 30305
4425 S COBB DR, SUITE C 19.6 miles
SMYRNA, GA 30080
101 QUARTZ DR STE 101 19.6 miles
VILLA RICA, GA 30180
1774 CENTURY BLVD NE STE A 19.7 miles
ATLANTA, GA 30345
1462 W. MONTREAL RD STE 114 19.7 miles
TUCKER, GA 30084
1975 CENTURY BLVD NE STE 4 19.8 miles
ATLANTA, GA 30345
4480 N COOPER LAKE RD SE 20.3 miles
SMYRNA, GA 30082
2151A IDLEWOOD RD 20.3 miles
TUCKER, GA 30084
3791 S COBB DR SE STE A 20.9 miles
SMYRNA, GA 30080
1657 N EXPRESSWAY 21.1 miles
GRIFFIN, GA 30223
4805 BRIARCLIFF RD NE STE 108 21.1 miles
ATLANTA, GA 30345
4400 PEACHTREE RD NE 21.2 miles
ATLANTA, GA 30319
9390 THE LANDING DR 21.6 miles
DOUGLASVILLE, GA 30135
545 CONCORD RD SE 21.6 miles
SMYRNA, GA 30082
399 AUSTELL RD 21.9 miles
AUSTELL, GA 30106
3201 S COBB DR SE STE D1 22.0 miles
SMYRNA, GA 30080
8335 OFFICE PARK DR STE G 22.2 miles
DOUGLASVILLE, GA 30134
8337 Office Park Dr Ste A 22.2 miles
Douglasville, GA 30134
1427 HIGHWAY 138 SE STE 1 22.2 miles
CONYERS, GA 30013
3987 LAWRENCEVILLE HWY STE B 22.2 miles
TUCKER, GA 30084
2550 COBB PKWY SE STE 202 22.3 miles
SMYRNA, GA 30080
4501 CIRCLE 75 PKWY SE STE B-2190 22.4 miles
ATLANTA, GA 30339
3875 AUSTELL RD STE 202 22.4 miles
AUSTELL, GA 30106
3950 Austell Road SW 22.5 miles
AUSTELL, GA 30106
2430 HERODIAN WAY SE STE 210 22.5 miles
SMYRNA, GA 30080
4861 BILL GARDNER PKWY 22.5 miles
LOCUST GROVE, GA 30248
7421 DOUGLAS BLVD STE A 22.6 miles
DOUGLASVILLE, GA 30135
3216 HIGHWAY 5 22.6 miles
DOUGLASVILLE, GA 30135
5019 LAVISTA RD 22.6 miles
TUCKER, GA 30084
1680 MULKEY RD SW, SUITE B 22.7 miles
AUSTELL, GA 30106
3825 Medical Park Dr. Ste 101, 22.7 miles
Austell, GA 30106
2721 S COBB DR SE 22.7 miles
SMYRNA, GA 30080
6425 POWERS FERRY RD NW 22.9 miles
ATLANTA, GA 30339
2520 WINDY HILL RD SE STE 201 23.1 miles
MARIETTA, GA 30067
2480 Windy Hill Rd Ste 200 23.1 miles
Marietta, GA 30067
2480 WINDY HILL RD SE STE 104 23.1 miles
MARIETTA, GA 30067
5610 ROSWELL RD STE 100 23.2 miles
SANDY SPRINGS, GA 30342
993 JOHNSON FERRY RD NE BLDG 210 23.2 miles
ATLANTA, GA 30342
6808 DEER TRAIL LN 23.3 miles
STONE MOUNTAIN, GA 30087
5464 PEACHTREE INDUSTRIAL BLVD 23.3 miles
CHAMBLEE, GA 30341
3778 HIGHWAY 42 23.4 miles
LOCUST GROVE, GA 30248
975 JOHNSON FERRY RD NE STE 320 23.4 miles
ATLANTA, GA 30342
180 COBB PKWY S 23.4 miles
MARIETTA, GA 30060
1039 E FREEWAY DR SE 23.4 miles
CONYERS, GA 30094
5673 Peachtree Dunwoody Rd NE, 23.6 miles
Atlanta, GA 30342
3678 N Peachtree Rd Ste 202 23.9 miles
Chamblee, GA 30341
221B W POPLAR ST 24.1 miles
GRIFFIN, GA 30224
223 W COLLEGE ST STE A 24.2 miles
GRIFFIN, GA 30224
120B West College Street, 24.3 miles
Griffin, GA 30224
371 Newnan Crossing Bypass Suite 103 24.4 miles
Newnan, GA 30265
2453 POWDER SPRINGS RD SW STE 215 24.4 miles
MARIETTA, GA 30064
2256 ROCKBRIDGE RD 24.4 miles
STONE MOUNTAIN, GA 30087
3875 POWDER SPRINGS RD 24.5 miles
POWDER SPRINGS, GA 30127
2890 DELK RD SE 24.5 miles
MARIETTA, GA 30067
718 S 8TH ST 24.5 miles
GRIFFIN, GA 30224
4360 CHAMBLEE DUNWOODY RD STE 515 24.5 miles
ATLANTA, GA 30341
1412 MILSTEAD AVE NE 24.6 miles
CONYERS, GA 30012
747 S HILL ST 24.7 miles
GRIFFIN, GA 30224
210 ROCK ST 24.7 miles
GRIFFIN, GA 30224
1288 WELLBROOK CIR NE STE C 24.7 miles
CONYERS, GA 30012
755 MOUNT VERNON HWY NE STE 270 24.7 miles
ATLANTA, GA 30328
1776 OLD SPRING HOUSE LN STE 200 24.9 miles
ATLANTA, GA 30338
1140 HAMMOND DR NE BLDG4-SUITE 100 24.9 miles
ATLANTA, GA 30328
DOT Physical Clayton, GA
Federal Law and DOT regulations state that any "covered employee" such as a CDL driver must possess a valid medical card demonstrating that they have successfully passed a DOT Physical examination and complied with all other requirements of DOT regulation part 40 to be eligible to drive.
Accredited Drug Testing, Inc. can schedule your DOT or non DOT physical examination at a location close to you, insure that all required documentation is completed and that you are issued a CDL medical card upon successfully passing the exam.
Recommended items to bring to your DOT physical:
- Eye glasses (bring prescription)
- List of medications
- Clearance letters or physician related documentation
Persons should also be prepared to discuss with the FMCSA certified examiner your health history including past or recent illnesses or other information related to your physical exam.
NON DOT Physicals/Examinations
Accredited Drug Testing, Inc. can also provide through our nationwide testing locations and affiliated medical facilities non DOT physicals for job fitness, return to duty and follow up.
To Schedule a DOT or Non DOT Physical Clayton, GA
Call (800)-221-4291
DOT Drug Testing Clayton, GA
Accredited Drug Testing Inc provides DOT drug testing in Clayton, GA and throughout the local area which complies with all requirements of DOT 49 CFR Part 40. Testing centers are within minutes of your home or office and same day service is available.
No appointment is necessary, but you must call and register for a DOT Drug Test Clayton, GA location or DOT Breath Alcohol Test Clayton, GA location.
Scheduling a DOT Drug Test, alcohol or any testing service is simple and easy, Call (800)221-4291) or schedule online 24/7.
Most testing centers are within minutes of your home or office and the process to schedule a DOT drug test or DOT breath alcohol test is FAST AND EASY.
In addition to providing DOT drug testing Clayton, GA location and DOT breath alcohol testing Clayton, GA location, Accredited Drug Testing also has additional testing centers throughout the metropolitan area and other surrounding cities. When you need a DOT drug test or DOT breath alcohol test for pre-employment, random or post-accident, call our DOT drug testing Clayton, GA office at (800)221-4291.
On the road or on vacation, no worries, Accredited Drug Testing has over 5000 testing centers in all cities Nationwide and we can schedule your test, ANYWHERE, ANYTIME!
Department of Transportation (DOT)
If you are DOT regulated company or an individual employed in a safety sensitive position, Accredited Drug Testing Inc offers certified DOT drug and alcohol testing and other DOT required services for FMCSA, FTA, FRA, PHMSA, USCG and FAA.
Accredited Drug Testing also provides a DOT random testing consortium, DOT drug policy for employers and DOT physicals.
Drug Free Workplace
Many States encourage employers to be a drug free workplace and several States provide a discount on workers compensation premiums, if the business owner is certified as a drug free workplace and the drug testing program complies with State law.
We Come To You! On-site/mobile drug testing is also available for employers when you need to save time and money, we provide on-site drug testing for construction sites, road side accidents, hospitals, schools or any on-site drug testing need.
Our DOT drug testing Clayton, GA centers recognize that needing a drug, alcohol or occupational health test can be at times stressful. Accredited Drug Testing takes the stress out of a stressful situation.
Our DOT drug testing Clayton, GA locations have trained and certified professional drug testing specialists and our DOT Alcohol Clayton, GA centers and staff are committed to providing courteous, helpful and professional assistance.
In accordance with Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations if you or your business is regulated by one of the following agencies all "covered safety sensitive" employees (part or full time) must comply with all DOT drug and alcohol testing requirements. For specific requirements, click the appropriate agency in which you or your company is regulated by.
Please Note- If you are currently being audited/inspected or found to be in violation by the Department of Transportation (DOT) and you are calling for DOT drug testing or DOT breath alcohol testing, please advise the Accredited Drug Testing DOT Specialist when ordering DOT drug testing or DOT breath alcohol testing services.
To review DOT 49 CFR Part 40 - Click Here
The Department of Transportation (DOT) requires that all covered employees take a pre-employment 5 panel drug test and have a negative result on file to hold a safety sensitive position.
All DOT regulated companies must have on file a copy of the pre-employment drug test for all covered employees. An applicant saying that they previously took a DOT pre-employment drug test but cannot produce a copy of the drug test result must take a pre-employment drug test before beginning employment in a DOT safety sensitive position.
The Accredited Drug Testing Inc DOT random drug testing program notifies covered employees by email and a phone call and provides the location of the closest testing center for the covered employee to go and take their drug and alcohol test.
Failing to take a random drug or alcohol test once selected can result in substantial fines and penalties by the Department of Transportation (DOT).
Accredited Drug Testing Inc provides a DOT approved random selection Consortium for covered employees who are required to comply with DOT random testing requirements.
DOT Reasonable Suspicion Supervisor Training
The Department of Transportation (DOT) requires that all DOT regulated companies educate and train all supervisors in how to detect employees under the influence of illegal drugs or alcohol.
Supervisors must complete and successfully pass a DOT approved supervisor training course.
Accredited Drug Testing Inc provides a DOT approved Supervisor Training Course which is web based and which will provide a Certificate of Completion at the conclusion of the course. The course is approximately 3 hours in length and maybe accessed at anytime.
DOT Drug & Alcohol Policy
The Department of Transportation (DOT) requires that any regulated company with two or more employees holding safety sensitive positions covered by 49 CFR Part 40 must have a written DOT Drug & Alcohol Policy and all employees must be provided a copy of the policy. Companies must comply with all requirements listed in the DOT drug and alcohol policy.
Accredited Drug Testing Inc specializes in the development and implementation of a DOT Drug & Alcohol Policy - Call Accredited Drug Testing in Clayton, GA, (800)221-4291
DOT Additional Requirements/Information
The Department of Transportation only recognizes and authorizes a 5 panel urine drug test and a breath alcohol test for compliance with 49 CFR Part 40.
The Department of Transportation (DOT) requires that a Federal Chain of Custody Form (5 Page CCF) be used with all drug screens and that all breath alcohol testing devices be approved by the DOT.
The staff of Accredited Drug Testing Inc are certified and trained in DOT drug specimen collections and DOT breath alcohol testing.
DOT Physicals
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) requires that all drivers holding a CDL License must successfully pass a DOT physical to be issued a CDL Medical Card. The Medical Card is valid for 24months and must be renewed every 2 years with a new physical.
Accredited Drug Testing Inc provides DOT physicals nationwide at most drug testing centers and our affiliated medical facilities. All DOT Physicals are administered by an examiner trained and certified by the FMCSA.
Accredited Drug Testing Inc is your "one stop shopping" for all DOT Physicals Clayton, GA and DOT Breath Alcohol Testing Clayton, GA.
To schedule a DOT Physical Clayton, GA location or DOT Drug Test Clayton, GA location, Call (800)221-4291
Please be aware that testing locations do not accept any form of payment and require a test registration donor pass to administer a drug, alcohol, or any other type of test. You must call (800)221-4291 to register for a test or you may register online, no appointment is needed, but a test registration form is required.
Handy Resources
Comprehensive Online Resources for Drug Testing
- National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)
Provides comprehensive information on drug testing and its role in substance use disorder treatment.
- FDA: Drug Testing
Explains the FDA's role and regulations concerning drug testing for consumers.
- PDR.net
Provides detailed drug information and safety updates through a mobile-friendly platform.
- BeSafeRx - FDA
Resource by the FDA to help consumers identify and choose safe online pharmacies.
- SAMHSA: Drug Testing Resources for the Workplace
Resources and guidelines for drug testing in the workplace.
- Drugs.com
Provides drug information, side effects, and interactions for consumers and professionals.
- Drug Abuse Screening Test (DAST)
Online version of the DAST to help individuals assess whether they have a drug problem.
- Merck Manuals
Consumer-friendly medical resource providing comprehensive information on a wide array of health topics, including drug testing.
- SAMHSA Store
Provides access to resources and publications on substance use prevention and treatment.
- National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP)
Information on state boards of pharmacy and regulations, including those related to drug testing.
- CDC: Workplace Health Promotion
CDC's resources on substance use and drug testing in the workplace.
- Mayo Clinic: Drug Testing
General information about the procedures and types of drug tests.
- MedlinePlus: Drug Testing
Offers information about various drug tests and their uses in medical diagnosis and treatment.
- University of Rochester Medical Center Health Encyclopedia
Provides a detailed entry on drug testing, including how tests are conducted and what they detect.
- World Health Organization (WHO)
International guidelines and information on public health, including substance abuse and drug testing.
- Healthline: Drug Testing
Consumer health site offering information on how drug tests work and what they look for.
- WebMD: Drug Testing
Provides a patient-oriented overview of drug testing and its purposes.
- National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI)
Provides a vast database of scientific studies, including research on drug testing and its effectiveness.
AI Overview
Overview of DOT Physical Examinations
A Department of Transportation (DOT) physical examination is a health assessment mandated by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) for commercial motor vehicle (CMV) drivers. This examination ensures that each driver is capable and healthy enough to safely perform the demanding duties associated with operating a commercial vehicle. The primary goal is to enhance road safety by preventing accidents caused by physical health issues.
Who Needs a DOT Physical?
- Commercial Drivers: All commercial drivers who operate vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating over 10,000 pounds must undergo this physical examination.
- Interstate Bus Drivers: Drivers who operate vehicles that carry more than 15 passengers, including the driver, interstate.
- Hazardous Material Transporters: Those who transport hazardous materials that require safety permits due to the quantity.
Components of a DOT Physical
The DOT physical covers various health checks to assess a driver’s physical and mental capabilities:
- Vision Test: Drivers must have at least 20/40 acuity in each eye with or without correction and a horizontal visual field of at least 70 degrees in the horizontal meridian in each eye.
- Hearing Test: Drivers must be able to hear a forced whisper from a distance of at least five feet with or without a hearing aid.
- Blood Pressure/Pulse Rate: Assesses cardiovascular health and the potential for hypertension.
- Urinalysis: Screens for underlying medical conditions like diabetes and kidney disorders.
- Physical Examination: Involves the examination of multiple systems in the body including neurological, musculoskeletal, respiratory, and psychiatric systems to ensure no impairment that could hinder driving ability.
Validity and Certification
Once a driver passes the DOT physical, they receive a DOT medical certificate which is typically valid for up to two years. However, if a condition is found that requires monitoring (such as hypertension), the medical certificate may be issued for a shorter period.
Preparing for a DOT Physical
Drivers should prepare for their DOT physical by:
- Gathering Health Information: Bring a list of current medications and information on any diagnosed conditions.
- Wearing Proper Attire: Wear loose clothing for the physical exam, and bring any necessary corrective lenses or hearing aids.
- Staying Informed: Be aware of how certain medical conditions might affect the ability to pass the physical.
A DOT physical is a crucial step for the safety of both the commercial driver and other road users. By ensuring medical fitness, these exams help maintain high safety standards in the transportation industry.
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Local Area Info: Clayton, Georgia
The area that would eventually become Clayton was called the Dividings because it sat at the intersection of three important Cherokee people trails. Explorer and naturalist William Bartram came through the Dividings in May 1775 while exploring what would later be organized as Rabun County. Much later, after Clayton had grown to include the Dividings, two of the old Cherokee trails were improved as the main roads for Clayton and the county: U.S. 23/441 and U.S. 76.
Claytonsville was founded by European-American settlers in 1821 as the seat of Rabun County. In 1823, the town was incorporated and renamed Clayton. It was named after a prominent jurist and congressman, Judge Augustin S. Clayton, who served in both the Georgia House of Representatives and Georgia Senate before being elected as a US Representative from Georgia, serving two terms from 1831–1835.
In 1904, the Tallulah Falls Railway was completed to Clayton from Cornelia, Georgia; it was extended to Franklin, North Carolina by 1907. Clayton has had public water and sanitary sewer service since the 1920s. Initially, the water supply was two springs on nearby Buzzard Roost Mountain, but today Clayton uses Lake Rabun as its water supply.