US Bridges

Al 5 over Pratt Creek

Fair

Bibb County, Alabama · 3.0 MI S of West Blocton · Structure no. 005792

Built
1957
68 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
25 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,452
2016 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Al 5 over Pratt Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Al 5 over Pratt Creek in Bibb County, Alabama. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 4,452 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,573 by 2044. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesAl 5
CrossesPratt Creek
Location3.0 MI S of West Blocton
RouteState Highway 5
CountyBibb County
StateAlabama
Coordinates33.08003, -87.13602
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
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 rating53.7 US tons
Inventory rating32.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 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 traffic4,452 (2016)
Projected traffic5,573 by 2044
Trucks13%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$638,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Al 5 over Pratt Creek built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.

What condition is Al 5 over Pratt 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does Al 5 over Pratt Creek carry?

About 4,452 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.

How long is Al 5 over Pratt Creek?

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

Who owns Al 5 over Pratt Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.