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West 2nd ST over West 1st ST Drainage

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Baldwin County, Alabama · 0.1 MI S Clubhouse DR · Structure no. 015234

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
771
2025 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

West 2nd ST over West 1st ST Drainage is a concrete culvert carrying West 2nd ST over West 1st ST Drainage in Baldwin County, Alabama. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 years old, younger 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 771 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,157 by 2045. The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesWest 2nd ST
CrossesWest 1st ST Drainage
Location0.1 MI S Clubhouse DR
RouteCity Street 0
CountyBaldwin County
StateAlabama
Coordinates30.26931, -87.69169
Functional classUrban Local

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating90.6 US tons
Inventory rating54.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length26 ft (7.8 m)
Longest span10 ft (3.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic771 (2025)
Projected traffic1,157 by 2045
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$373,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was West 2nd ST over West 1st ST Drainage built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.

What condition is West 2nd ST over West 1st ST Drainage 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 February 2025.

How much traffic does West 2nd ST over West 1st ST Drainage carry?

About 771 vehicles per day (2025 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is West 2nd ST over West 1st ST Drainage?

The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.1 m).

Who owns West 2nd ST over West 1st ST Drainage?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.