I-85 over Walnut Creek Trib
GoodJackson County, Georgia · 2.5 MI SW of Pendergrass · Structure no. 000000015700380
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 24 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 61,700
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I-85 over Walnut Creek Trib is a concrete culvert carrying I-85 over Walnut Creek Trib in Jackson County, Georgia. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 61,700 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 76,800 by 2031. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I-85 over Walnut Creek Trib built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is I-85 over Walnut Creek Trib 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does I-85 over Walnut Creek Trib carry?
About 61,700 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is I-85 over Walnut Creek Trib?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).
Who owns I-85 over Walnut Creek Trib?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.