I-75 over Sope Creek
FairCobb County, Georgia · In North East Marietta · Structure no. 000000006700750
- Built
- 1967
- 58 years old, rebuilt 1989
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 27 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 236,000
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I-75 over Sope Creek is a concrete culvert carrying I-75 over Sope Creek in Cobb County, Georgia. It was built in 1967 and reconstructed in 1989, so it is 58 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 5 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 236,000 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 338,010 by 2032. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).
Location
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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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I-75 over Sope Creek built?
It was built in 1967, making it 58 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1989.
What condition is I-75 over Sope 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 October 2023.
How much traffic does I-75 over Sope Creek carry?
About 236,000 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is I-75 over Sope Creek?
The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns I-75 over Sope Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.