Martin Crk RD over Martin Creek
PoorClosed to trafficBarbour County, Alabama · 3.2 MI NE of CO 89 · Structure no. 004738
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected April 2006
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Wood or Timber
- Length
- 75 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 50
- 2007 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 1954, so it is 71 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 2027. The structure is 75 ft (22.9 m) long and 16 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.2 mi (39 km).
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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.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 2 Critical | Advanced deterioration of primary structural elements. Bridge may be closed until corrective action is taken. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Martin Crk RD over Martin Creek built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 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 April 2006.
How much traffic does Martin Crk RD over Martin Creek carry?
About 50 vehicles per day (2007 count).
How long is Martin Crk RD over Martin Creek?
The structure is 75 ft (22.9 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m) and a deck 16 ft wide.
Who owns Martin Crk RD over Martin Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.