US Bridges

Cresent Center Bld over CSX RR - Burnt Creek

Fair

DeKalb County, Georgia · 2 MI N of Clarkston · Structure no. 000000008951050

Built
1986
39 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
437 ft
9 main spans
Daily traffic
2,047
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Cresent Center Bld over CSX RR - Burnt Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Cresent Center Bld over CSX RR - Burnt Creek in DeKalb County, Georgia. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 years old, younger than the Georgia average of 47.5 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 2,047 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,303 by 2031. The structure is 437 ft (133.2 m) long and 60 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 98.8 mi (159 km).

Location

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CarriesCresent Center Bld
CrossesCSX RR - Burnt Creek
Location2 MI N of Clarkston
RouteCounty Highway 6326
CountyDeKalb County
StateGeorgia
Coordinates33.83946, -84.24749
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating60 US tons
Inventory rating35.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans9
Design loadHS 20
Structure length437 ft (133.2 m)
Longest span89 ft (27.1 m)
Deck width60 ft (18.3 m)
Roadway width53 ft (16.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,047 (2024)
Projected traffic3,303 by 2031
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad and waterway
Detour if closed98.8 mi (159 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$4 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Cresent Center Bld over CSX RR - Burnt Creek built?

It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.

What condition is Cresent Center Bld over CSX RR - Burnt Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in August 2024.

How much traffic does Cresent Center Bld over CSX RR - Burnt Creek carry?

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

How long is Cresent Center Bld over CSX RR - Burnt Creek?

The structure is 437 ft (133.2 m) long with a longest span of 89 ft (27.1 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.

Who owns Cresent Center Bld over CSX RR - Burnt Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.