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

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 on-ramp was closed for repairs Friday after settling was observed on a portion of the road, a GDOT spokesperson said.

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

As of Sunday morning, the on-ramp has partially reopened, but intermittent closures are expected all weekend while repairs are being made, officials said.

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

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

The Buford Spring Connector on-ramp to I-85 was closed for repairs Friday after settling was observed on a portion of the road.

At least 1 dead, thousands without power after strong storms hit Georgia

The system, which pushed in from Alabama, reached West Georgia around 4 p.m. Saturday. The brunt of the storm moved over the city around 7 p.m.