Federal Way over Cane Creek
FairCalhoun County, Alabama · Federal Way · Structure no. 019875
- Built
- 1936
- 89 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 37 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,800
- 2025 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Federal Way over Cane Creek is a steel culvert carrying Federal Way over Cane Creek in Calhoun County, Alabama. It was built in 1936, so it is 89 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 4,800 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,000 by 2045. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 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 Federal Way over Cane Creek built?
It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025.
What condition is Federal Way over Cane 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 Federal Way over Cane Creek carry?
About 4,800 vehicles per day (2025 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Federal Way over Cane Creek?
The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.8 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns Federal Way over Cane Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.