US Bridges

F.A.S.17 over Black Creek

Fair

Bibb County, Alabama · 7.6MI N Al 15 Marvlrd · Structure no. 000969

Built
1932
93 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected December 2024
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
25 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
135
1989 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

F.A.S.17 over Black Creek is a steel culvert carrying F.A.S.17 over Black Creek in Bibb County, Alabama. It was built in 1932, so it is 93 years old, older than the Alabama average of 51.1 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 135 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 200 by 2030. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long.

Location

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CarriesF.A.S.17
CrossesBlack Creek
Location7.6MI N Al 15 Marvlrd
RouteCounty Highway 17
CountyBibb County
StateAlabama
Coordinates33.13366, -87.00645
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating98 US tons
Inventory rating98 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic135 (1989)
Projected traffic200 by 2030
Trucks20%
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$251,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was F.A.S.17 over Black Creek built?

It was built in 1932, making it 93 years old in 2025.

What condition is F.A.S.17 over Black Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in December 2024.

How much traffic does F.A.S.17 over Black Creek carry?

About 135 vehicles per day (1989 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is F.A.S.17 over Black Creek?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns F.A.S.17 over Black Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.