Buford Highway over N Fork Ptree Creek Trib
GoodDeKalb County, Georgia · 5.6 MI N of Decatur · Structure no. 000000008900210
- Built
- 1935
- 90 years old, rebuilt 1971
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 21,600
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Buford Highway over N Fork Ptree Creek Trib is a concrete culvert carrying Buford Highway over N Fork Ptree Creek Trib in DeKalb County, Georgia. It was built in 1935 and reconstructed in 1971, so it is 90 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 21,600 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 38,400 by 2031. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Buford Highway over N Fork Ptree Creek Trib built?
It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1971.
What condition is Buford Highway over N Fork Ptree Creek Trib 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does Buford Highway over N Fork Ptree Creek Trib carry?
About 21,600 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Buford Highway over N Fork Ptree Creek Trib?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Buford Highway over N Fork Ptree Creek Trib?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.