US Bridges

R I-285W to I-75S& over Mud Creek

Good

Clayton County, Georgia · 0.3 MI N of I-75 · Structure no. 000000006300410

Built
1977
48 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
45 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
40,300
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

R I-285W to I-75S& over Mud Creek is a concrete culvert carrying R I-285W to I-75S& over Mud Creek in Clayton County, Georgia. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 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 40,300 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 57,075 by 2032. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesR I-285W to I-75S&
CrossesMud Creek
Location0.3 MI N of I-75
RouteInterstate 75
StateGeorgia
Coordinates33.62725, -84.40154
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length45 ft (13.7 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic40,300 (2024)
Projected traffic57,075 by 2032
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was R I-285W to I-75S& over Mud Creek built?

It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.

What condition is R I-285W to I-75S& over Mud Creek 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 R I-285W to I-75S& over Mud Creek carry?

About 40,300 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is R I-285W to I-75S& over Mud Creek?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns R I-285W to I-75S& over Mud Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.