US Bridges

Buford Highway over N Fork Ptree Creek Trib

Good

DeKalb County, Georgia · 1.3 MI S of Chamblee · Structure no. 000000008902470

Built
1935
90 years old, rebuilt 1971
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
45 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
18,400
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Buford Highway over N Fork Ptree Creek Trib is a concrete culvert carrying Buford Highway over N Fork Ptree Creek Trib in DeKalb County, Georgia. It was built in 1935 and reconstructed in 1971, so it is 90 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 18,400 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 31,095 by 2031. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesBuford Highway
CrossesN Fork Ptree Creek Trib
Location1.3 MI S of Chamblee
RouteState Highway 13
StateGeorgia
Coordinates33.875, -84.29419
Functional classUrban Other Principal 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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating48 US tons
Inventory rating26.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length45 ft (13.7 m)
Longest span22 ft (6.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic18,400 (2024)
Projected traffic31,095 by 2031
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure7
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$623,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Buford Highway over N Fork Ptree Creek Trib built?

It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1971.

What condition is Buford Highway over N Fork Ptree Creek 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does Buford Highway over N Fork Ptree Creek Trib carry?

About 18,400 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Buford Highway over N Fork Ptree Creek Trib?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 22 ft (6.7 m).

Who owns Buford Highway over N Fork Ptree Creek Trib?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.