The historic Concord Road Covered Bridge near the Smyrna and Mableton line was damaged Friday after a car carrier attempted to cross, despite multiple warning signs and a designated turnaround. Cobb County Department of Transportation crews responded to repair the bridge, which suffered cosmetic damage. The car being hauled was also seriously damaged. The driver received a citation, and officials say insurance will cover the cost of repairs.
The bridge was closed for repairs and later reopened. Crews plan to return at a later date for additional work. Of note for this crash is the fact that the bridge itself suffered damage. In most impacts at the Concord Road Covered Bridge, the metal beam is damaged, sparing the bridge.
In Context: The Concord Road Covered Bridge is a well-known landmark in Cobb County, valued for its history and charm. The bridge has height restrictions, and warning signs are posted to prevent oversized vehicles from crossing.
B.T. Clark
B.T. Clark is an award-winning journalist and the Publisher of The Georgia Sun. He has 25 years of experience in journalism and served as Managing Editor of Neighbor Newspapers in metro Atlanta for 15 years and Digital Director at Times-Journal Inc. for 8 years. His work has appeared in several newspapers throughout the state including Neighbor Newspapers, The Cherokee Tribune and The Marietta Daily Journal. He is a Georgia native and a fifth-generation Georgian.
