US Bridges

Al - 53 (us 231) over Roswell Creek

Fair

Blount County, Alabama · 2.1 Mi.So.Cullman CO LN · Structure no. 002028

Built
1939
86 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,880
2025 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Al - 53 (us 231) over Roswell Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Al - 53 (us 231) over Roswell Creek in Blount County, Alabama. It was built in 1939, so it is 86 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 5 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 3,880 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,044 by 2045. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesAl - 53 (us 231)
CrossesRoswell Creek
Location2.1 Mi.So.Cullman CO LN
RouteU.S. Route 231
CountyBlount County
StateAlabama
Coordinates34.22167, -86.49361
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98 US tons
Inventory rating98 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length22 ft (6.7 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 traffic3,880 (2025)
Projected traffic5,044 by 2045
Trucks11%
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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$487,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Al - 53 (us 231) over Roswell Creek built?

It was built in 1939, making it 86 years old in 2025.

What condition is Al - 53 (us 231) over Roswell 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 2025.

How much traffic does Al - 53 (us 231) over Roswell Creek carry?

About 3,880 vehicles per day (2025 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is Al - 53 (us 231) over Roswell Creek?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Al - 53 (us 231) over Roswell Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.