US Bridges

US 41 / SR 3 over Butler Creek

Good

Cobb County, Georgia · 2.3 MI South of Acworth · Structure no. 000000006700090

Built
1949
76 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
43 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
36,000
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 41 / SR 3 over Butler Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 41 / SR 3 over Butler Creek in Cobb County, Georgia. It was built in 1949, so it is 76 years old, older than the Georgia average of 47.5 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 36,000 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 45,315 by 2032. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesUS 41 / SR 3
CrossesButler Creek
Location2.3 MI South of Acworth
RouteU.S. Route 41
StateGeorgia
Coordinates34.03301, -84.66836
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating110.1 US tons
Inventory rating110.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadH 15
Structure length43 ft (13.1 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic36,000 (2024)
Projected traffic45,315 by 2032
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$389,000
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 41 / SR 3 over Butler Creek built?

It was built in 1949, making it 76 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 41 / SR 3 over Butler Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in May 2023.

How much traffic does US 41 / SR 3 over Butler Creek carry?

About 36,000 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is US 41 / SR 3 over Butler Creek?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 41 / SR 3 over Butler Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.