US Bridges

US 82 over Littlemulberrycreekrelie

Good

Autauga County, Alabama · 4.9MIEASTCHILTONCO.LINE · Structure no. 001909

Built
1939
86 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
33 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,950
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 82 over Littlemulberrycreekrelie is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 82 over Littlemulberrycreekrelie in Autauga County, Alabama. It was built in 1939, so it is 86 years old, older than the Alabama average of 51.1 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 2,950 vehicles a day, roughly 26% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,820 by 2033. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).

CarriesUS 82
CrossesLittlemulberrycreekrelie
Location4.9MIEASTCHILTONCO.LINE
RouteU.S. Route 82
StateAlabama
Coordinates32.61027, -86.718
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating80 US tons
Inventory rating48 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,950 (2013)
Projected traffic3,820 by 2033
Trucks26%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed11.8 mi (19 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$513,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 82 over Littlemulberrycreekrelie built?

It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 82 over Littlemulberrycreekrelie in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in August 2023.

How much traffic does US 82 over Littlemulberrycreekrelie carry?

About 2,950 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 26% are trucks.

How long is US 82 over Littlemulberrycreekrelie?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 82 over Littlemulberrycreekrelie?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.