Another large sinkhole opens up on metro Atlanta road

GWINNETT COUNTY, Ga. — Crews are working to repair a large sinkhole in a residential road in Gwinnett County.

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The sinkhole is at the intersection of Old Fountain Road and Prospect Road. Gwinnett County police are advising people to avoid the area.

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This is the second sinkhole to open up on metro Atlanta roads this week. A large sinkhole formed on an I-285 exit ramp in Cobb County, forcing three lanes to shut down.

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It’s unclear what caused either sinkhole or how long it will take to fix them.

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