I-285 over South River Trib
GoodDeKalb County, Georgia · 9.5 MI S of Decatur · Structure no. 000000008901040
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old, rebuilt 1983
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 28 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 98,600
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I-285 over South River Trib is a concrete culvert carrying I-285 over South River Trib in DeKalb County, Georgia. It was built in 1967 and reconstructed in 1983, so it is 58 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 98,600 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 157,785 by 2031. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 I-285 over South River Trib built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1983.
What condition is I-285 over South River 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does I-285 over South River Trib carry?
About 98,600 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is I-285 over South River Trib?
The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).
Who owns I-285 over South River Trib?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.