US Bridges

SR 165 MP 5.374 over Little Barbour Creek

Good

Barbour County, Alabama · 6.3 MI N. of US 431 · Structure no. 015476

Built
1991
34 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
66 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,780
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 165 MP 5.374 over Little Barbour Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 165 MP 5.374 over Little Barbour Creek in Barbour County, Alabama. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 1,780 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,594 by 2033. The structure is 66 ft (20.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 165 MP 5.374
CrossesLittle Barbour Creek
Location6.3 MI N. of US 431
RouteState Highway 165
CountyBarbour County
StateAlabama
Coordinates32.06162, -85.08862
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98 US tons
Inventory rating98 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length66 ft (20.1 m)
Longest span16 ft (4.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,780 (2013)
Projected traffic2,594 by 2033
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed16.2 mi (26 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$1.6 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 165 MP 5.374 over Little Barbour Creek built?

It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 165 MP 5.374 over Little Barbour 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 2024.

How much traffic does SR 165 MP 5.374 over Little Barbour Creek carry?

About 1,780 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is SR 165 MP 5.374 over Little Barbour Creek?

The structure is 66 ft (20.1 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m).

Who owns SR 165 MP 5.374 over Little Barbour Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.