US Bridges

Al 382 over Ut Sandy Creek

Fair

Bibb County, Alabama · 3.9 MI E of Centreville · Structure no. 001188

Built
1935
90 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
43 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
865
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Al 382 over Ut Sandy Creek is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Al 382 over Ut Sandy Creek in Bibb County, Alabama. It was built in 1935, so it is 90 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 865 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,417 by 2040. The structure is 43 ft (13 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 0.6 mi (1 km).

Location

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CarriesAl 382
CrossesUt Sandy Creek
Location3.9 MI E of Centreville
RouteState Highway 382
CountyBibb County
StateAlabama
Coordinates32.93995, -87.0743
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
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 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
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating71.7 US tons
Inventory rating42.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length43 ft (13 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.1 m)
Deck width26 ft (8 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic865 (2020)
Projected traffic1,417 by 2040
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed0.6 mi (1 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$386,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Al 382 over Ut Sandy Creek built?

It was built in 1935, making it 90 years old in 2025.

What condition is Al 382 over Ut Sandy 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does Al 382 over Ut Sandy Creek carry?

About 865 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is Al 382 over Ut Sandy Creek?

The structure is 43 ft (13 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.1 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.

Who owns Al 382 over Ut Sandy Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.