Birmingham HWY over Cooper Sandy Creek
GoodFulton County, Georgia · 3.6 MI NW of Alpharetta · Structure no. 000000012106970
- Built
- 1989
- 36 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 29 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,040
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Birmingham HWY over Cooper Sandy Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Birmingham HWY over Cooper Sandy Creek in Fulton County, Georgia. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 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 5,040 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,100 by 2031. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Birmingham HWY over Cooper Sandy Creek built?
It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.
What condition is Birmingham HWY over Cooper Sandy 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does Birmingham HWY over Cooper Sandy Creek carry?
About 5,040 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Birmingham HWY over Cooper Sandy Creek?
The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.7 m).
Who owns Birmingham HWY over Cooper Sandy Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.