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GDOT repairing cracks on Buford Spring Connector northbound ramp to I-85

Drivers can use Cheshire Bridge Road as an alternative.
Cracks on the Buford Spring Connector northbound ramp to I-85 were visible from the Channel 2 Action News helicopter Friday. (Courtesy of WSB-TV)

Credit: Channel 2 Action News

Credit: Channel 2 Action News

Cracks on the Buford Spring Connector northbound ramp to I-85 were visible from the Channel 2 Action News helicopter Friday. (Courtesy of WSB-TV)
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Updated June 9, 2025

Georgia Department of Transportation crews are doing emergency maintenance on the northbound Buford Spring Connector on-ramp to I-85, according to traffic alerts.

The ramp was closed for repairs Friday after settling was observed on a portion of the road, a GDOT spokesperson said. By Monday morning, at least one lane had reopened.

One lane has reopened on the Buford Spring Connector on-ramp to I-85 North as of Monday morning as road crews continue emergency maintenance. (Georgia Department of Transportation)

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Credit: Georgia Department of Transportation

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Cracks on the bridge were visible from the Channel 2 Action News helicopter Friday.

Drivers can take Cheshire Bridge Road to I-85 to avoid the backup.

» For updated traffic information, listen to News 95.5 and AM 750 WSB and follow@WSBTrafficon X.

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