Merritt Road over Sope Creek Trib
GoodCobb County, Georgia · 2.4 MI NE of Marietta · Structure no. 000000006751610
- Built
- 1992
- 33 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 40 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,047
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Merritt Road over Sope Creek Trib is a steel culvert carrying Merritt Road over Sope Creek Trib in Cobb County, Georgia. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 years old, younger 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 2,047 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,895 by 2032. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Merritt Road over Sope Creek Trib built?
It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.
What condition is Merritt Road over Sope Creek Trib 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 Merritt Road over Sope Creek Trib carry?
About 2,047 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Merritt Road over Sope Creek Trib?
The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 19 ft (5.8 m).
Who owns Merritt Road over Sope Creek Trib?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.