Silver Comet Trail, GA

News

Feb 15, 2010

SILVER COMET TRAIL CLOSED SECTION REOPENS

The section of the Silver Comet Trail, at mile 14.66 to 15.3, that was closed last Fall due to flooding, has been reopened – with restrictions.   Repairs have not been completed, but the section is open to walkers and cyclists who restrict their speed to 10 mph or less. There is orange barrier fencing along the trail where cyclists should slow down and everyone should stay on the paved trail.  The Paulding County Sheriff’s office will issue tickets to people that exceed the 10 mph limit.

Jan 26, 2010

Cost of Repairs to Flood-Damaged Section of Silver Comet Trail County Administrator Mike Jones, reported the following as part of a mid-year budget review to County Commissioners on January 26, 2010 Flood repair that has closed part of the Silver Comet Trail will cost about $2.5 million, with the county responsible for 15 percent to 20 percent, “about $450,000 to $475,000 out of pocket.” Jones said Sen. Johnny Isakson “is working to close that gap, if not eliminate it” with another round of funds available to the local congressional delegation. Jones said the trail is a popular recreational activity for residents of Paulding and from Cobb, Douglas and Polk counties as well. “I don’t know when a decision will be reached on the trail. We’re working diligently to get it reopened, but it’s a very expensive repair.”

Feb 9, 2010

The Rockmart Journal reported that Joe Anderson of GRITS (Georgia Rails Into Trails) made a proposal at the January Polk Board of Commissioners to create a partnership between GRITS and the County and share maintenance of the Silver Comet Trail in Polk County.  Up to now, maintenance has been done by volunteers from GRITS.

EVENTS

Saturday, March 6, 2010

MACC Silver Comet Beginners Ride/Challenge Loop

A beginner to intermediate level ride with the Metro Atlanta Cycling Club at the Silver Comet Trail. Shorter option will stick to the trail for a relaxed out and back 30 miles. Riders who would like to improve their fitness will start with the short option group, but leave the trail for a “no-drop challenge loop” and a total of 45 miles. The ride begins at the parking lot behind the Silver Comet Depot, 4342 Floyd Rd., Mableton, GA 30126.

For more information, go to http://betamaccattack.com/index.php?view=details&id=69%3Amacc-silver-comet-beginners-ridechallenge-loop&option=com_eventlist&Itemid=10

Sunday, March 14, 2010

KID FRIENDLY BIKE RIDE

Kid-friendly ride on the Silver Comet Trail. Location: Silver Comet Depot, 4342 Floyd Road in Mableton, at 11:0 AM  Bike rentals are available for anyone who doesn’t have their own bike. This is a paved trail, with some ups and downs. We’ll ride out 10 miles and turn around, for a 20 mile ride.  Lunch afterward at a local restaurant.  For more info, see this site:

http://eventful.com/events/kidfriendly-bike-ride-silver-comet-trail-/E0-001-027363331-9