Candler Road over I-20
GoodDeKalb County, Georgia · 1.5 MI S of Decatur · Structure no. 000000008903090
- Built
- 1992
- 33 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 189 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 23,200
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Candler Road over I-20 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Candler Road over I-20 in DeKalb County, Georgia. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 years old, younger 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 23,200 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 35,310 by 2031. The structure is 189 ft (57.6 m) long and 102 ft wide. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Candler Road over I-20 built?
It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.
What condition is Candler Road over I-20 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 Candler Road over I-20 carry?
About 23,200 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Candler Road over I-20?
The structure is 189 ft (57.6 m) long with a longest span of 95 ft (29 m) and a deck 102 ft wide.
Who owns Candler Road over I-20?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.