Waid Road over Valley Creek
GoodBlount County, Alabama · Armstead · Structure no. 014967
- Built
- 1989
- 36 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 152
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Waid Road over Valley Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Waid Road over Valley Creek in Blount County, Alabama. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 years old, younger 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 152 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 226 by 2044. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Waid Road over Valley Creek built?
It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.
What condition is Waid Road over Valley 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does Waid Road over Valley Creek carry?
About 152 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Waid Road over Valley Creek?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m).
Who owns Waid Road over Valley Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.