Al 5 over Ut Hill Creek
FairBibb County, Alabama · West Blocton · Structure no. 005793
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old, rebuilt 2012
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 24 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,897
- 2016 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Al 5 over Ut Hill Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Al 5 over Ut Hill Creek in Bibb County, Alabama. It was built in 1957 and reconstructed in 2012, 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 4,897 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,131 by 2044. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Al 5 over Ut Hill Creek built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2012.
What condition is Al 5 over Ut Hill 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 Ut Hill Creek carry?
About 4,897 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is Al 5 over Ut Hill Creek?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.5 m).
Who owns Al 5 over Ut Hill Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.