Simmons Road over I-75
GoodMonroe County, Georgia · 2.5 MI SE of Forsyth · Structure no. 000000020700020
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 257 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 420
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Simmons Road over I-75 is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Simmons Road over I-75 in Monroe County, Georgia. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 420 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 240 by 2031. The structure is 257 ft (78.3 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Simmons Road over I-75 built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.
What condition is Simmons Road over I-75 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does Simmons Road over I-75 carry?
About 420 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Simmons Road over I-75?
The structure is 257 ft (78.3 m) long with a longest span of 73 ft (22.3 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns Simmons Road over I-75?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.