I-85 over South River
GoodFulton County, Georgia · In S Atlanta · Structure no. 000000012106330
- Built
- 1986
- 39 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 49 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 205,000
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I-85 over South River is a concrete culvert carrying I-85 over South River in Fulton County, Georgia. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 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 205,000 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 138,000 by 2032. The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long and 109 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I-85 over South River built?
It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.
What condition is I-85 over South River 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does I-85 over South River carry?
About 205,000 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is I-85 over South River?
The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 109 ft wide.
Who owns I-85 over South River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.