Paces Ferry Road over I-285
GoodCobb County, Georgia · 3 MI East of Smyrna · Structure no. 000000006752380
- Built
- 2002
- 23 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 602 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 21,100
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Paces Ferry Road over I-285 is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Paces Ferry Road over I-285 in Cobb County, Georgia. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 21,100 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 32,595 by 2032. The structure is 602 ft (183.5 m) long and 166 ft wide. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Paces Ferry Road over I-285 built?
It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.
What condition is Paces Ferry Road over I-285 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does Paces Ferry Road over I-285 carry?
About 21,100 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Paces Ferry Road over I-285?
The structure is 602 ft (183.5 m) long with a longest span of 153 ft (46.6 m) and a deck 166 ft wide.
Who owns Paces Ferry Road over I-285?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.