US Bridges

Linholm RD over Elam Creek

Good

Baldwin County, Alabama · .87 Miles West of CR 87 · Structure no. 021670

Built
2023
2 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
37 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
50
2023 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Linholm RD over Elam Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Linholm RD over Elam Creek in Baldwin County, Alabama. It was built in 2023, so it is 2 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 9 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 100 by 2042. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long.

CarriesLinholm RD
CrossesElam Creek
Location.87 Miles West of CR 87
RouteCounty Highway 0
StateAlabama
Coordinates30.58288, -87.64906
Functional classRural 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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98 US tons
Inventory rating98 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length37 ft (11.3 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deck0 ft (0 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic50 (2023)
Projected traffic100 by 2042
Trucks—
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$755,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Linholm RD over Elam Creek built?

It was built in 2023, making it 2 years old in 2025.

What condition is Linholm RD over Elam 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 January 2025.

How much traffic does Linholm RD over Elam Creek carry?

About 50 vehicles per day (2023 count).

How long is Linholm RD over Elam Creek?

The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Linholm RD over Elam Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.