US Bridges

Martin Crk RD over Martin Creek

PoorClosed to traffic

Barbour County, Alabama · 3.2 MI NE of CO 89TO Rus · Structure no. 001883

Built
1939
86 years old
Condition
Poor
inspected May 2004
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Wood or Timber
Length
165 ft
11 main spans
Daily traffic
50
2004 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Martin Crk RD over Martin Creek is a wood or timber stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Martin Crk RD over Martin Creek in Barbour 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 poor condition with a lowest component rating of 2 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: closed to all traffic.

It carries about 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 50 by 2026. The structure is 165 ft (50.3 m) long and 19 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.3 mi (31 km).

CarriesMartin Crk RD
CrossesMartin Creek
Location3.2 MI NE of CO 89TO Rus
RouteCounty Highway 0
StateAlabama
Coordinates32.14477, -85.37552
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Poor

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck2 CriticalAdvanced deterioration of primary structural elements. Bridge may be closed until corrective action is taken.
Superstructure3 SeriousLoss of section, deterioration, spalling or scour have seriously affected primary structural components.
Substructure2 CriticalAdvanced deterioration of primary structural elements. Bridge may be closed until corrective action is taken.
Channel and channel protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 2004
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusClosed to all traffic
ScourUnknown foundation; not evaluated for scour
Structural evaluation0: Immediate repair necessary to put back in service
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Operating rating0 US tons
Inventory rating0 US tons

Structure

MaterialWood or Timber
DeckWood or timber
Main spans11
Design loadUnknown
Structure length165 ft (50.3 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.6 m)
Deck width19 ft (5.8 m)
Roadway width19 ft (5.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic50 (2004)
Projected traffic50 by 2026
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed19.3 mi (31 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$867,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Martin Crk RD over Martin Creek built?

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

What condition is Martin Crk RD over Martin Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in May 2004.

How much traffic does Martin Crk RD over Martin Creek carry?

About 50 vehicles per day (2004 count).

How long is Martin Crk RD over Martin Creek?

The structure is 165 ft (50.3 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m) and a deck 19 ft wide.

Who owns Martin Crk RD over Martin Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.