US Bridges

University Dr.S. over S Fork Ptree Ck Trib

Good

DeKalb County, Georgia · 3 MI NW of Decatur · Structure no. 000000008950890

Built
1960
65 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Masonry
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,047
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

University Dr.S. over S Fork Ptree Ck Trib is a masonry culvert carrying University Dr.S. over S Fork Ptree Ck Trib in DeKalb County, Georgia. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUniversity Dr.S.
CrossesS Fork Ptree Ck Trib
Location3 MI NW of Decatur
RouteCounty Highway 1302
StateGeorgia
Coordinates33.79045, -84.34518
Functional classUrban Local

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating46 US tons
Inventory rating26.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialMasonry
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,047 (2024)
Projected traffic3,303 by 2031
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$123,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was University Dr.S. over S Fork Ptree Ck Trib built?

It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.

What condition is University Dr.S. over S Fork Ptree Ck 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does University Dr.S. over S Fork Ptree Ck Trib carry?

About 2,047 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is University Dr.S. over S Fork Ptree Ck Trib?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns University Dr.S. over S Fork Ptree Ck Trib?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.