US Bridges

Fulton Ind. Blvd. over Morris Creek

Good

Fulton County, Georgia · 9.3 MI N of Fairburn · Structure no. 000000012100620

Built
1951
74 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
24,400
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Fulton Ind. Blvd. over Morris Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Fulton Ind. Blvd. over Morris Creek in Fulton County, Georgia. It was built in 1951, so it is 74 years old, older 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 24,400 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 27,015 by 2031. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesFulton Ind. Blvd.
CrossesMorris Creek
Location9.3 MI N of Fairburn
RouteState Highway 70
StateGeorgia
Coordinates33.701, -84.60214
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating48 US tons
Inventory rating26.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic24,400 (2024)
Projected traffic27,015 by 2031
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$190,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Fulton Ind. Blvd. over Morris Creek built?

It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025.

What condition is Fulton Ind. Blvd. over Morris Creek 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does Fulton Ind. Blvd. over Morris Creek carry?

About 24,400 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Fulton Ind. Blvd. over Morris Creek?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns Fulton Ind. Blvd. over Morris Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.