W. Tilson Road over Doolittle Creek
GoodDeKalb County, Georgia · 1.5 MI S of Decatur · Structure no. 000000008950990
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 27 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,810
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
W. Tilson Road over Doolittle Creek is a steel culvert carrying W. Tilson Road over Doolittle Creek in DeKalb County, Georgia. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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 3,810 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,303 by 2031. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 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 | 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 W. Tilson Road over Doolittle Creek built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.
What condition is W. Tilson Road over Doolittle 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 W. Tilson Road over Doolittle Creek carry?
About 3,810 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is W. Tilson Road over Doolittle Creek?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).
Who owns W. Tilson Road over Doolittle Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.