I-85 over Branch Morning Creek
GoodFulton County, Georgia · In Union City · Structure no. 000000012101960
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 155,000
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I-85 over Branch Morning Creek is a concrete culvert carrying I-85 over Branch Morning Creek in Fulton County, Georgia. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 155,000 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 192,120 by 2032. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I-85 over Branch Morning Creek built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is I-85 over Branch Morning 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does I-85 over Branch Morning Creek carry?
About 155,000 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is I-85 over Branch Morning Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns I-85 over Branch Morning Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.