Blackwell Road over Rubes Creek
GoodCobb County, Georgia · 7 MI E of Kennesaw · Structure no. 000000006752020
- Built
- 1999
- 26 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 29 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,350
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Blackwell Road over Rubes Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Blackwell Road over Rubes Creek in Cobb County, Georgia. It was built in 1999, so it is 26 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 9,350 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,440 by 2032. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Blackwell Road over Rubes Creek built?
It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.
What condition is Blackwell Road 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 Blackwell Road over Rubes Creek carry?
About 9,350 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Blackwell Road over Rubes Creek?
The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).
Who owns Blackwell Road over Rubes Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.