I-285 over South River
GoodDeKalb County, Georgia · 9.5 MI S of Decatur · Structure no. 000000008901020
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old, rebuilt 1984
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 195 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 152,000
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I-285 over South River is a concrete tee beam carrying I-285 over South River in DeKalb County, Georgia. It was built in 1966 and reconstructed in 1984, so it is 59 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 152,000 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 222,375 by 2031. The structure is 195 ft (59.4 m) long and 163 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 I-285 over South River built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1984.
What condition is I-285 over South 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does I-285 over South River carry?
About 152,000 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is I-285 over South River?
The structure is 195 ft (59.4 m) long with a longest span of 39 ft (11.9 m) and a deck 163 ft wide.
Who owns I-285 over South River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.