I-85 over Little Ivy Creek
GoodGwinnett County, Georgia · 4.3 MI SE of Buford · Structure no. 000000013500580
- Built
- 1962
- 63 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 131,000
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I-85 over Little Ivy Creek is a concrete culvert carrying I-85 over Little Ivy Creek in Gwinnett County, Georgia. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 years old, older 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 131,000 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 114,435 by 2032. The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long.
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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I-85 over Little Ivy Creek built?
It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.
What condition is I-85 over Little Ivy Creek 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does I-85 over Little Ivy Creek carry?
About 131,000 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is I-85 over Little Ivy Creek?
The structure is 23 ft (7 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).
Who owns I-85 over Little Ivy Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.