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Cobb’s railroads are getting a makeover

The Georgia Department of Transportation has said it will give Cobb County about $300,000 to repair the road markings and signage around railroad stops.
The Georgia Department of Transportation has said it will give Cobb County about $300,000 to repair the road markings and signage around railroad stops.
By Ben Brasch
Jan 30, 2017

If you’re one of those drivers who doesn’t know what to do at a Cobb railroad crossing, the government has heard your unsure groans.

The Georgia Department of Transportation is spending $300,000 to fix railroad crossings throughout Cobb, Cherokee and Pickens counties.

Upgrades include new signs and fresh pavement markings that might alleviate the stress.

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The project was advertised for a bid in November, received a bid in December and was awarded to Columbus-based Peek Pavement Marking. The price ended up at $292,243.08.

The estimated completion date is May 31, 2018.

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There will be road closures because of this project, but GDOT will keep you in the loop on those.

If railroads are still confusing or you want a refresher, here's a state-by-state guide from AAA.

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Ben Brasch is the reporter tasked with keeping Fulton County government accountable. The Florida native moved to Atlanta for a job with The AJC. If there's something important to you going on in Fulton, he wants to know about it. Help him better metro Atlanta by dropping a line, anonymously or otherwise.

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