US Bridges

Montgomery Ferry D over Clear Creek

Fair

Fulton County, Georgia · In Atlanta · Structure no. 000000012104330

Built
1924
101 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected June 2024
Type
Arch - Deck
Masonry
Length
45 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,630
2024 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Montgomery Ferry D over Clear Creek is a masonry arch - deck carrying Montgomery Ferry D over Clear Creek in Fulton County, Georgia. It was built in 1924, so it is 101 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 5,630 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,960 by 2031. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesMontgomery Ferry D
CrossesClear Creek
LocationIn Atlanta
RouteCity Street 9202
StateGeorgia
Coordinates33.79946, -84.37582
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
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating46 US tons
Inventory rating26.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeArch - Deck
MaterialMasonry
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length45 ft (13.7 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.6 m)
Deck width34 ft (10.5 m)
Roadway width32 ft (9.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,630 (2024)
Projected traffic9,960 by 2031
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
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

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$264,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Montgomery Ferry D over Clear Creek built?

It was built in 1924, making it 101 years old in 2025.

What condition is Montgomery Ferry D over Clear 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does Montgomery Ferry D over Clear Creek carry?

About 5,630 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Montgomery Ferry D over Clear Creek?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.

Who owns Montgomery Ferry D over Clear Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.