US Bridges

North Decatur RD over S Fork Ptree Crk Trib

Good

DeKalb County, Georgia · 1.1 MI N of Decatur · Structure no. 000000008901350

Built
1937
88 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
24 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
18,106
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

North Decatur RD over S Fork Ptree Crk Trib is a steel culvert carrying North Decatur RD over S Fork Ptree Crk Trib in DeKalb County, Georgia. It was built in 1937, so it is 88 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 18,106 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 29,520 by 2031. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesNorth Decatur RD
CrossesS Fork Ptree Crk Trib
Location1.1 MI N of Decatur
RouteCity Street 9011
StateGeorgia
Coordinates33.79088, -84.30076
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic18,106 (2024)
Projected traffic29,520 by 2031
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$217,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was North Decatur RD over S Fork Ptree Crk Trib built?

It was built in 1937, making it 88 years old in 2025.

What condition is North Decatur RD over S Fork Ptree Crk 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 North Decatur RD over S Fork Ptree Crk Trib carry?

About 18,106 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is North Decatur RD over S Fork Ptree Crk Trib?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns North Decatur RD over S Fork Ptree Crk Trib?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.