Oakvale Road over Blue Creek
GoodDeKalb County, Georgia · 6.2 MI S of Decatur · Structure no. 000000008950110
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,047
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Oakvale Road over Blue Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Oakvale Road over Blue Creek in DeKalb County, Georgia. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,055 by 2031. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Oakvale Road over Blue Creek built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is Oakvale Road over Blue 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does Oakvale Road over Blue Creek carry?
About 2,047 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is Oakvale Road over Blue Creek?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Oakvale Road over Blue Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.