Atlanta Highway over Big Creek
FairForsyth County, Georgia · 6 MI SW of Cumming · Structure no. 000000011700010
- Built
- 1975
- 50 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 56 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 15,100
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Atlanta Highway over Big Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Atlanta Highway over Big Creek in Forsyth County, Georgia. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 years old, older 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 6 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 15,100 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,115 by 2032. The structure is 56 ft (17.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Atlanta Highway over Big Creek built?
It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.
What condition is Atlanta Highway over Big 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does Atlanta Highway over Big Creek carry?
About 15,100 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Atlanta Highway over Big Creek?
The structure is 56 ft (17.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Atlanta Highway over Big Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.