Covington Highway over I-285 (sr 407)
GoodDeKalb County, Georgia · 6MI SE of Decatur · Structure no. 000000008951800
- Built
- 2022
- 3 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 323 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 34,300
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Covington Highway over I-285 (sr 407) is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Covington Highway over I-285 (sr 407) in DeKalb County, Georgia. It was built in 2022, so it is 3 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 34,300 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 43,150 by 2048. The structure is 323 ft (98.3 m) long and 97 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 Covington Highway over I-285 (sr 407) built?
It was built in 2022, making it 3 years old in 2025.
What condition is Covington Highway 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does Covington Highway over I-285 (sr 407) carry?
About 34,300 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Covington Highway over I-285 (sr 407)?
The structure is 323 ft (98.3 m) long with a longest span of 163 ft (49.7 m) and a deck 97 ft wide.
Who owns Covington Highway over I-285 (sr 407)?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.