SR 6 - US 278 over Silver Comet Trail
GoodPolk County, Georgia · In SW Cedartown@jct SR 6 · Structure no. 000000023300230
- Built
- 1974
- 51 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 190 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,410
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 6 - US 278 over Silver Comet Trail is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 6 - US 278 over Silver Comet Trail in Polk County, Georgia. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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 3,410 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,665 by 2032. The structure is 190 ft (57.9 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 SR 6 - US 278 over Silver Comet Trail built?
It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 6 - US 278 over Silver Comet Trail 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does SR 6 - US 278 over Silver Comet Trail carry?
About 3,410 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.
How long is SR 6 - US 278 over Silver Comet Trail?
The structure is 190 ft (57.9 m) long with a longest span of 70 ft (21.3 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns SR 6 - US 278 over Silver Comet Trail?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.