US Bridges

CO RD 32 over Trib to Nergro Creek

Good

Baldwin County, Alabama · .27 MI E to CR 73 · Structure no. 021098

Built
2016
9 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
34 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
6,964
2022 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

CO RD 32 over Trib to Nergro Creek is a concrete culvert carrying CO RD 32 over Trib to Nergro Creek in Baldwin County, Alabama. It was built in 2016, so it is 9 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 6,964 vehicles a day, projected to reach 9,402 by 2042. The structure is 34 ft (10.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesCO RD 32
CrossesTrib to Nergro Creek
Location.27 MI E to CR 73
RouteCounty Highway 32
StateAlabama
Coordinates30.4727, -87.6788
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating55.2 US tons
Inventory rating33.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length34 ft (10.3 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,964 (2022)
Projected traffic9,402 by 2042
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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$508,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was CO RD 32 over Trib to Nergro Creek built?

It was built in 2016, making it 9 years old in 2025.

What condition is CO RD 32 over Trib to Nergro Creek 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does CO RD 32 over Trib to Nergro Creek carry?

About 6,964 vehicles per day (2022 count).

How long is CO RD 32 over Trib to Nergro Creek?

The structure is 34 ft (10.3 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns CO RD 32 over Trib to Nergro Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.