North Poplar St. over Wolf Creek
FairBaldwin County, Alabama · 0.2 MI N US 98 · Structure no. 015824
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 44 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,456
- 2024 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
North Poplar St. over Wolf Creek is a concrete culvert carrying North Poplar St. over Wolf Creek in Baldwin County, Alabama. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 years old, younger than the Alabama average of 51.1 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 1,456 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,965 by 2044. The structure is 44 ft (13.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was North Poplar St. over Wolf Creek built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is North Poplar St. over Wolf Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in September 2024.
How much traffic does North Poplar St. over Wolf Creek carry?
About 1,456 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is North Poplar St. over Wolf Creek?
The structure is 44 ft (13.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.2 m).
Who owns North Poplar St. over Wolf Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.