US 78 Wbl over M-9218 Valley Brook RD
GoodDeKalb County, Georgia · 2.1 MI W of Clarkston · Structure no. 000000008901080
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 196 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 88,200
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 78 Wbl over M-9218 Valley Brook RD is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 78 Wbl over M-9218 Valley Brook RD in DeKalb County, Georgia. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 88,200 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 106,830 by 2031. The structure is 196 ft (59.7 m) long and 45 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 78 Wbl over M-9218 Valley Brook RD built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 78 Wbl over M-9218 Valley Brook RD 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does US 78 Wbl over M-9218 Valley Brook RD carry?
About 88,200 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is US 78 Wbl over M-9218 Valley Brook RD?
The structure is 196 ft (59.7 m) long with a longest span of 115 ft (35.1 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.
Who owns US 78 Wbl over M-9218 Valley Brook RD?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.