US 41/ SR 3 over Poorhouse Creek
FairCobb County, Georgia · In SE Marietta · Structure no. 000000006700120
- Built
- 1936
- 89 years old, rebuilt 1977
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 29,700
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 41/ SR 3 over Poorhouse Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 41/ SR 3 over Poorhouse Creek in Cobb County, Georgia. It was built in 1936 and reconstructed in 1977, so it is 89 years old, older than the Georgia average of 47.5 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 29,700 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 48,060 by 2032. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 41/ SR 3 over Poorhouse Creek built?
It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1977.
What condition is US 41/ SR 3 over Poorhouse Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in March 2023.
How much traffic does US 41/ SR 3 over Poorhouse Creek carry?
About 29,700 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is US 41/ SR 3 over Poorhouse Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US 41/ SR 3 over Poorhouse Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.