Flat Shoals RD over I-285 (sr 407)
GoodDeKalb County, Georgia · 8.5 MI SE of Decatur · Structure no. 000000008951720
- Built
- 2018
- 7 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 315 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 24,700
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Flat Shoals RD over I-285 (sr 407) is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Flat Shoals RD over I-285 (sr 407) in DeKalb County, Georgia. It was built in 2018, so it is 7 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 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 24,700 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 55,200 by 2038. The structure is 315 ft (96 m) long and 130 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 Flat Shoals RD over I-285 (sr 407) built?
It was built in 2018, making it 7 years old in 2025.
What condition is Flat Shoals RD over I-285 (sr 407) 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does Flat Shoals RD over I-285 (sr 407) carry?
About 24,700 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Flat Shoals RD over I-285 (sr 407)?
The structure is 315 ft (96 m) long with a longest span of 157 ft (47.9 m) and a deck 130 ft wide.
Who owns Flat Shoals RD over I-285 (sr 407)?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.