US Bridges

SR 239 MP 7.256 over Stinking Creek

Good

Barbour County, Alabama · 1 Mi. N. of Bells Xrds · Structure no. 015571

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
58 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
750
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 239 MP 7.256 over Stinking Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 239 MP 7.256 over Stinking Creek in Barbour County, Alabama. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 750 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,032 by 2033. The structure is 58 ft (17.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 239 MP 7.256
CrossesStinking Creek
Location1 Mi. N. of Bells Xrds
RouteState Highway 239
CountyBarbour County
StateAlabama
Coordinates31.89676, -85.54172
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating67.6 US tons
Inventory rating40.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length58 ft (17.7 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic750 (2013)
Projected traffic1,032 by 2033
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.2 mi (18 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$848,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 239 MP 7.256 over Stinking Creek built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 239 MP 7.256 over Stinking 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 June 2023.

How much traffic does SR 239 MP 7.256 over Stinking Creek carry?

About 750 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is SR 239 MP 7.256 over Stinking Creek?

The structure is 58 ft (17.7 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns SR 239 MP 7.256 over Stinking Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.