US Bridges

I-85 over Ramp SR13 Sbl to 403 Sbl

Good

Fulton County, Georgia · In N Atlanta · Structure no. 000000012105620

Built
1984
41 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Slab
Prestressed Concrete
Length
46 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
24,300
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-85 over Ramp SR13 Sbl to 403 Sbl is a prestressed concrete slab carrying I-85 over Ramp SR13 Sbl to 403 Sbl in Fulton County, Georgia. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 years old, younger 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 24,300 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 349,800 by 2032. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long and 171 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesI-85
CrossesRamp SR13 Sbl to 403 Sbl
LocationIn N Atlanta
RouteInterstate 85
StateGeorgia
Coordinates33.80608, -84.38152
Functional classUrban Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating61 US tons
Inventory rating35.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeSlab
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, precast panels
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length46 ft (14 m)
Longest span46 ft (14 m)
Deck width171 ft (52 m)
Roadway width167 ft (50.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic24,300 (2024)
Projected traffic349,800 by 2032
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure11
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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$931,000
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was I-85 over Ramp SR13 Sbl to 403 Sbl built?

It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.

What condition is I-85 over Ramp SR13 Sbl to 403 Sbl 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does I-85 over Ramp SR13 Sbl to 403 Sbl carry?

About 24,300 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is I-85 over Ramp SR13 Sbl to 403 Sbl?

The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 46 ft (14 m) and a deck 171 ft wide.

Who owns I-85 over Ramp SR13 Sbl to 403 Sbl?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.