I-85 U-Turn South over I-85
GoodDeKalb County, Georgia · 2.1 MI SE of Chamblee · Structure no. 000000008900670
- Built
- 1980
- 45 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel Continuous
- Length
- 183 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,690
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I-85 U-Turn South over I-85 is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I-85 U-Turn South over I-85 in DeKalb County, Georgia. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 years old, younger 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 3,690 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,303 by 2031. The structure is 183 ft (55.8 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I-85 U-Turn South over I-85 built?
It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.
What condition is I-85 U-Turn South over I-85 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 I-85 U-Turn South over I-85 carry?
About 3,690 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is I-85 U-Turn South over I-85?
The structure is 183 ft (55.8 m) long with a longest span of 92 ft (28 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns I-85 U-Turn South over I-85?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.