Tilson Circle over Doolittle Creek
GoodDeKalb County, Georgia · 1.5 MI Sof Decatur · Structure no. 000000008951000
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 34 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 210
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Tilson Circle over Doolittle Creek is a steel culvert carrying Tilson Circle over Doolittle Creek in DeKalb County, Georgia. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 210 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,303 by 2031. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 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 | 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 Tilson Circle over Doolittle Creek built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.
What condition is Tilson Circle 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does Tilson Circle over Doolittle Creek carry?
About 210 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Tilson Circle over Doolittle Creek?
The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m).
Who owns Tilson Circle over Doolittle Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.