Federal Way over Cane Creek
FairCalhoun County, Alabama · 242W Baltzell Gate Rd. · Structure no. 020431
- Built
- 1936
- 89 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 35 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,000
- 2024 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 2,000 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,000 by 2044. The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long and 37 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 August 2024.
How much traffic does Federal Way over Cane Creek carry?
About 2,000 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Federal Way over Cane Creek?
The structure is 35 ft (10.7 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m) and a deck 37 ft wide.
Who owns Federal Way over Cane Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.