Oldfield Road over Shoal Creek
GoodDeKalb County, Georgia · SE Corner of Decatur · Structure no. 000000008950070
- Built
- 1981
- 44 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 37 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,047
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Oldfield Road over Shoal Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Oldfield Road over Shoal Creek in DeKalb County, Georgia. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 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 2,047 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,303 by 2031. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Oldfield Road over Shoal Creek built?
It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.
What condition is Oldfield Road over Shoal 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does Oldfield Road over Shoal Creek carry?
About 2,047 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Oldfield Road over Shoal Creek?
The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Oldfield Road over Shoal Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.