US Bridges

Bibb CO.9 over Oldham Creek

Good

Bibb County, Alabama · .1MI S Belcher CO.9 · Structure no. 004807

Built
1954
71 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
48 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
260
1989 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Bibb CO.9 over Oldham Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Bibb CO.9 over Oldham Creek in Bibb County, Alabama. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 years old, older 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 260 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 390 by 2030. The structure is 48 ft (14.7 m) long.

CarriesBibb CO.9
CrossesOldham Creek
Location.1MI S Belcher CO.9
RouteCounty Highway 9
StateAlabama
Coordinates33.10745, -87.20957
Functional classRural Local

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 inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating49.1 US tons
Inventory rating29.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 15
Structure length48 ft (14.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic260 (1989)
Projected traffic390 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$410,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Bibb CO.9 over Oldham Creek built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.

What condition is Bibb CO.9 over Oldham 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 2025.

How much traffic does Bibb CO.9 over Oldham Creek carry?

About 260 vehicles per day (1989 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is Bibb CO.9 over Oldham Creek?

The structure is 48 ft (14.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Bibb CO.9 over Oldham Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.