US Bridges

SR202 over Creek

Good

Calhoun County, Alabama · .92 MI N of I20 · Structure no. 019685

Built
2001
24 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
11,788
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR202 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR202 over Creek in Calhoun County, Alabama. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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 11,788 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 16,492 by 2042. The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesSR202
CrossesCreek
Location.92 MI N of I20
RouteState Highway 202
StateAlabama
Coordinates33.59594, -85.92514
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
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 spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length26 ft (7.8 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,788 (2022)
Projected traffic16,492 by 2042
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

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$1.6 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR202 over Creek built?

It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR202 over 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does SR202 over Creek carry?

About 11,788 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is SR202 over Creek?

The structure is 26 ft (7.8 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.5 m).

Who owns SR202 over Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.