Many factors have gone into the decision to close these rest areas. Criminal activity is rising at these locations. Safety is definitely a factor in this decision. Private development along the interstate now provides the services offered by rest areas. The condition of the rest areas has deteriorated and the cost to maintain them is high,” explained DOT District Engineer Russell McMurry.Rest Areas On I-85 Closed
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The GDOT has permanently closed the I-85 northbound rest area in Franklin County and the I-85 southbound rest area in Gwinnett County. ...
