Al 139 over Ut Elam Creek
FairBibb County, Alabama · 0.3 MI N Chilton CO Line · Structure no. 007146
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,356
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Al 139 over Ut Elam Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Al 139 over Ut Elam Creek in Bibb County, Alabama. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 1,356 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,222 by 2044. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 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 Al 139 over Ut Elam Creek built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is Al 139 over Ut Elam 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 Al 139 over Ut Elam Creek carry?
About 1,356 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Al 139 over Ut Elam Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Al 139 over Ut Elam Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.