US Bridges

I-85R N to SR14P W over SR 14P & 2- I-285 Ramps

Good

Fulton County, Georgia · 4.5 M NE of Union City · Structure no. 000000012106500

Built
1987
38 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
796 ft
8 main spans
Daily traffic
2,230
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-85R N to SR14P W over SR 14P & 2- I-285 Ramps is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I-85R N to SR14P W over SR 14P & 2- I-285 Ramps in Fulton County, Georgia. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 2,230 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,055 by 2031. The structure is 796 ft (242.6 m) long and 45 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesI-85R N to SR14P W
CrossesSR 14P & 2- I-285 Ramps
Location4.5 M NE of Union City
RouteInterstate 85
StateGeorgia
Coordinates33.6171, -84.48945
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 inspectionMay 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 geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating38.9 US tons
Inventory rating22.9 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans8
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length796 ft (242.6 m)
Longest span108 ft (32.9 m)
Deck width45 ft (13.8 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,230 (2024)
Projected traffic2,055 by 2031
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

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$4.7 million
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was I-85R N to SR14P W over SR 14P & 2- I-285 Ramps built?

It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.

What condition is I-85R N to SR14P W over SR 14P & 2- I-285 Ramps 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does I-85R N to SR14P W over SR 14P & 2- I-285 Ramps carry?

About 2,230 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is I-85R N to SR14P W over SR 14P & 2- I-285 Ramps?

The structure is 796 ft (242.6 m) long with a longest span of 108 ft (32.9 m) and a deck 45 ft wide.

Who owns I-85R N to SR14P W over SR 14P & 2- I-285 Ramps?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.