US Bridges

Chattahoochee Ave. over CSX RR and NS RR

Fair

Fulton County, Georgia · In N Atlanta · Structure no. 000000012103960

Built
1940
85 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
287 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
14,100
2024 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Chattahoochee Ave. over CSX RR and NS RR is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Chattahoochee Ave. over CSX RR and NS RR in Fulton County, Georgia. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 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 5 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 14,100 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,700 by 2031. The structure is 287 ft (87.5 m) long and 51 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesChattahoochee Ave.
CrossesCSX RR and NS RR
LocationIn N Atlanta
RouteCity Street 9141
CountyFulton County
StateGeorgia
Coordinates33.80111, -84.42404
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating99 US tons
Inventory rating59 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length287 ft (87.5 m)
Longest span135 ft (41.1 m)
Deck width51 ft (15.6 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic14,100 (2024)
Projected traffic14,700 by 2031
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusEligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$2.6 million
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Chattahoochee Ave. over CSX RR and NS RR built?

It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.

What condition is Chattahoochee Ave. over CSX RR and NS RR 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does Chattahoochee Ave. over CSX RR and NS RR carry?

About 14,100 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Chattahoochee Ave. over CSX RR and NS RR?

The structure is 287 ft (87.5 m) long with a longest span of 135 ft (41.1 m) and a deck 51 ft wide.

Who owns Chattahoochee Ave. over CSX RR and NS RR?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.