US 78/ SR 8 over Buttermilk Creek
GoodCobb County, Georgia · In East Austell · Structure no. 000000006700320
- Built
- 1928
- 97 years old, rebuilt 1994
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 35 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 25,100
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 78/ SR 8 over Buttermilk Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 78/ SR 8 over Buttermilk Creek in Cobb County, Georgia. It was built in 1928 and reconstructed in 1994, so it is 97 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 25,100 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 30,210 by 2032. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 78/ SR 8 over Buttermilk Creek built?
It was built in 1928, making it 97 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1994.
What condition is US 78/ SR 8 over Buttermilk 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does US 78/ SR 8 over Buttermilk Creek carry?
About 25,100 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is US 78/ SR 8 over Buttermilk Creek?
The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US 78/ SR 8 over Buttermilk Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.