US Bridges

I-85 Rmp to 17 ST over SR 401 South Ramp to 14T

Good

Fulton County, Georgia · In Atlanta · Structure no. 000000012153060

Built
2005
20 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
198 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,660
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-85 Rmp to 17 ST over SR 401 South Ramp to 14T is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying I-85 Rmp to 17 ST over SR 401 South Ramp to 14T in Fulton County, Georgia. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 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 4,660 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,070 by 2030. The structure is 198 ft (60.4 m) long and 57 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesI-85 Rmp to 17 ST
CrossesSR 401 South Ramp to 14T
LocationIn Atlanta
RouteInterstate 85
StateGeorgia
Coordinates33.79174, -84.39292
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 inspectionAugust 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 alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating61 US tons
Inventory rating35.9 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20 + Mod
Structure length198 ft (60.4 m)
Longest span105 ft (32 m)
Deck width57 ft (17.5 m)
Roadway width56 ft (17 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,660 (2024)
Projected traffic17,070 by 2030
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure3
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$1.5 million
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was I-85 Rmp to 17 ST over SR 401 South Ramp to 14T built?

It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.

What condition is I-85 Rmp to 17 ST over SR 401 South Ramp to 14T 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 August 2023.

How much traffic does I-85 Rmp to 17 ST over SR 401 South Ramp to 14T carry?

About 4,660 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is I-85 Rmp to 17 ST over SR 401 South Ramp to 14T?

The structure is 198 ft (60.4 m) long with a longest span of 105 ft (32 m) and a deck 57 ft wide.

Who owns I-85 Rmp to 17 ST over SR 401 South Ramp to 14T?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.