I-85 over Wheeler Creek
GoodGwinnett County, Georgia · 9.4 MI E of Buford · Structure no. 000000013500590
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 29 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 90,500
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I-85 over Wheeler Creek is a concrete culvert carrying I-85 over Wheeler Creek in Gwinnett County, Georgia. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 90,500 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 114,435 by 2032. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I-85 over Wheeler Creek built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is I-85 over Wheeler 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 Wheeler Creek carry?
About 90,500 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is I-85 over Wheeler Creek?
The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).
Who owns I-85 over Wheeler Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.