US Bridges

I-85 Ramp Nbl over I-85 SB Ramp to I-285 NB

Good

Fulton County, Georgia · 2 MI S W of Collage Park · Structure no. 000000012106190

Built
1984
41 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2025
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
115 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
10,800
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-85 Ramp Nbl over I-85 SB Ramp to I-285 NB is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I-85 Ramp Nbl over I-85 SB Ramp to I-285 NB 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 10,800 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,855 by 2032. The structure is 115 ft (35.1 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesI-85 Ramp Nbl
CrossesI-85 SB Ramp to I-285 NB
Location2 MI S W of Collage Park
RouteInterstate 85
StateGeorgia
Coordinates33.62106, -84.48695
Functional classUrban Local

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.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
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 rating94.9 US tons
Inventory rating45 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length115 ft (35.1 m)
Longest span115 ft (35.1 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.3 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,800 (2024)
Projected traffic12,855 by 2032
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was I-85 Ramp Nbl over I-85 SB Ramp to I-285 NB built?

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

What condition is I-85 Ramp Nbl over I-85 SB Ramp to I-285 NB 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 January 2025.

How much traffic does I-85 Ramp Nbl over I-85 SB Ramp to I-285 NB carry?

About 10,800 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is I-85 Ramp Nbl over I-85 SB Ramp to I-285 NB?

The structure is 115 ft (35.1 m) long with a longest span of 115 ft (35.1 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns I-85 Ramp Nbl over I-85 SB Ramp to I-285 NB?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.