I-85 over New River
FairCoweta County, Georgia · 1.5 MI W of Moreland · Structure no. 000000007700370
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 31 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 63,800
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I-85 over New River is a concrete culvert carrying I-85 over New River in Coweta County, Georgia. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 years old, older than the Georgia average of 47.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 63,800 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 71,100 by 2032. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I-85 over New River built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.
What condition is I-85 over New River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in January 2025.
How much traffic does I-85 over New River carry?
About 63,800 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is I-85 over New River?
The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns I-85 over New River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.