New Cobb bridge to ease commutes for students, residents

Commutes will be quicker for some students in Cobb County, thanks to a newly constructed bridge.

The Skip Spann Connector creates a new connection between Chastain Road and Kennesaw State University, allowing students to go over I-75.

The $17 million bridge started construction in 2013 and was inaugurated Wednesday. It was originally projected to be completed in mid-2015.

The new corridor starts at Frey Road and end at Busbee Drive.

Developers say the bridge is expected to significantly cut down on traffic.

The 48,000 drivers who travel on Chastain Road at I-75 each day should see traffic reduced by 19 percent, according to the Cobb County Department of Transportation.

About the Author

Ana Santos

Man found shot inside terminal at Hartsfield-Jackson, officials say

8m ago

Unborn child killed in shooting on I-285; mother remains hospitalized

Gridlock Guy: Getting a motorcycle for Christmas? Get some schooling.

Featured

Credit: Arvin Temkar/AJC

Judge keeps alive subpoenas of Fulton County’s 2020 ballots

Fulton County Superior Court Judge Robert McBurney clears the way for Georgia's State Election Board to obtain Fulton ballots and other documents from the 2020 election.

Winter’s here, but warmer forecast means snow is far from certain

Despite recent frigid temperatures, this season might feel more like a typical late fall in the Peach State, making for slim chances to see any snow.

Philanthropy helped shape Atlanta. Here’s how that legacy endures.

Philanthropy helped shape Atlanta. And foundation-giving has had huge ripple effects not only in the metro area, but far beyond Georgia.