US 82 over Baret Creek
FairBibb County, Alabama · 3.2 MI W of Chilton CO Li · Structure no. 002656
- Built
- 1942
- 83 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,530
- 2016 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 82 over Baret Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 82 over Baret Creek in Bibb County, Alabama. It was built in 1942, so it is 83 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 6 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 2,530 vehicles a day, roughly 27% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,276 by 2044. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 82 over Baret Creek built?
It was built in 1942, making it 83 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 82 over Baret 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does US 82 over Baret Creek carry?
About 2,530 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 27% are trucks.
How long is US 82 over Baret Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US 82 over Baret Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.