Shallowford RD over Rubes Creek
GoodCobb County, Georgia · 6.8 MI E of Kennesaw · Structure no. 000000006701390
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 11,200
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Shallowford RD over Rubes Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Shallowford RD over Rubes Creek in Cobb County, Georgia. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 11,200 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,760 by 2032. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).
Location
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Shallowford RD over Rubes Creek built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is Shallowford RD over Rubes 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 Shallowford RD over Rubes Creek carry?
About 11,200 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Shallowford RD over Rubes Creek?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Shallowford RD over Rubes Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.