Mary Lou Lane over Sugar Creek
GoodDeKalb County, Georgia · 4 MI S of Decatur · Structure no. 000000008950010
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 43 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,047
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mary Lou Lane over Sugar Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Mary Lou Lane over Sugar Creek in DeKalb County, Georgia. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 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 2,047 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,303 by 2031. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Mary Lou Lane over Sugar Creek built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is Mary Lou Lane over Sugar Creek 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does Mary Lou Lane over Sugar Creek carry?
About 2,047 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Mary Lou Lane over Sugar Creek?
The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Mary Lou Lane over Sugar Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.