Atlanta traffic I-85 south in DeKalb County backup
Michael King ATLANTA — All lanes were closed in DeKalb County following a crash on Interstate 85 southbound, and backup was significant after some of them reopened, according to the Georgia Department of Transportation.
It's expected to be cleared around 9 a.m. Officials have not released any information about those involved in the crash.
11Alive Traffic Tracker Crash Clark reported around 7:30 a.m. that the wreck was moved but backup was still significant. Crash recommends Buford Hwy. as an alternate.
Red Alert with good news, the wreck off to the right I-85 SB at Chamblee Tucker Road but the damage done. Use Buford Hwy as an alternate. Also a wreck I-285 WB at Peachtree Blvd. #11alive
— TrafficTrackers (@11AliveTraffic) August 31, 2023
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