SR 85 (nbl) over Flint River
GoodClayton County, Georgia · 2 MI N of Riverdale · Structure no. 000000006300140
- Built
- 1974
- 51 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 280 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 43,800
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 85 (nbl) over Flint River is a concrete tee beam carrying SR 85 (nbl) over Flint River in Clayton County, Georgia. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 years old, older than the Georgia average of 47.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 43,800 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 69,405 by 2032. The structure is 280 ft (85.3 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 85 (nbl) over Flint River built?
It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 85 (nbl) over Flint River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in May 2023.
How much traffic does SR 85 (nbl) over Flint River carry?
About 43,800 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is SR 85 (nbl) over Flint River?
The structure is 280 ft (85.3 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns SR 85 (nbl) over Flint River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.