I-285 over Branch of S Utoy Creek
FairFulton County, Georgia · In West Atlanta · Structure no. 000000012102310
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 149,000
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I-285 over Branch of S Utoy Creek is a concrete culvert carrying I-285 over Branch of S Utoy Creek in Fulton County, Georgia. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 149,000 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 206,595 by 2032. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I-285 over Branch of S Utoy Creek built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is I-285 over Branch of S Utoy 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does I-285 over Branch of S Utoy Creek carry?
About 149,000 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is I-285 over Branch of S Utoy Creek?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns I-285 over Branch of S Utoy Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.