I-20
I-20 in 7 MI SE Of Decatur, DeKalb County, Georgia received a condition grade of F (0/100). Built in 1959, the bridge carries 150K vehicles daily on I-20 over Shoal Creek. It is classified as structurally deficient.
Component Ratings
The riding surface — evaluated for cracking, spalling, and wear
Beams, girders, and trusses that support the deck
Piers, abutments, and foundations below the deck
Bridge Details
About This Bridge
I-20 is a 67-year-old bridge located 7 MI SE Of Decatur in DeKalb County, Georgia. The bridge carries I-20 over Shoal Creek with 10 traffic lanes, handling approximately 150K vehicles per day. Built in 1959, the structure spans 14.9 meters.
The bridge received a Condition Grade of F (0/100) based on Federal Highway Administration inspection data. Its deck is rated 0/9 (serious), superstructure 0/9 (serious), and substructure 0/9 (serious). The bridge is classified as structurally deficient, meaning at least one major component is rated 4 or below — this signals a need for repair or replacement but does not necessarily indicate an immediate safety hazard.
This bridge is owned and maintained by State Highway Agency.
Location Map
Frequently Asked Questions
I-20 has a Condition Score of 0/100 (Grade F). Its deck is rated 0/9, superstructure 0/9, and substructure 0/9 on the NBI scale. The bridge is classified as structurally deficient.
I-20 was built in 1959, making it 67 years old. The average bridge age in the United States is 48 years.
I-20 carries approximately 150K vehicles per day (average daily traffic). The bridge has 10 traffic lanes. It is 14.9 meters long and located on I-20 in 7 MI SE Of Decatur, DeKalb County, Georgia.
Yes, I-20 is classified as structurally deficient because at least one of its primary components (deck, superstructure, or substructure) is rated 4 or below on the 0-9 NBI scale. This does not necessarily mean it is unsafe, but it requires significant repair or replacement.
I-20 is located 7 MI SE Of Decatur in DeKalb County, Georgia. The bridge carries I-20 over Shoal Creek. Its coordinates are 33.715039, -84.264319. It is maintained by State Highway Agency.
I-20 carries I-20 over Shoal Creek. The bridge is 14.9 meters long and was built in 1959.
Condition Score is calculated from deck (33%), superstructure (33%), and substructure (34%) NBI ratings with an age penalty for bridges over 50 years.