Kensington Road over Marta
GoodDeKalb County, Georgia · 0.2 MI S of Avondale · Structure no. 000000008951330
- Built
- 1991
- 34 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Frame
- Concrete
- Length
- 31 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 19,800
- 2024 count
- Owner
- Private
- Private (other than railroad)
About this bridge
Kensington Road over Marta is a concrete frame carrying Kensington Road over Marta in DeKalb County, Georgia. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 years old, younger 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 19,800 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,940 by 2032. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long and 164 ft wide. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Kensington Road over Marta built?
It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.
What condition is Kensington Road over Marta 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 Kensington Road over Marta carry?
About 19,800 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Kensington Road over Marta?
The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m) and a deck 164 ft wide.
Who owns Kensington Road over Marta?
It is owned by the Private (other than railroad).