US Bridges

North Patrol RD over Cane Creek

Good

Calhoun County, Alabama · Near Csdp · Structure no. DAPAMCANN01137E

Built
2008
17 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Culvert
Steel
Length
49 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
250
2015 count
Owner
Federal
Army

About this bridge

North Patrol RD over Cane Creek is a steel culvert carrying North Patrol RD over Cane Creek in Calhoun County, Alabama. It was built in 2008, so it is 17 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 250 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 260 by 2045. The structure is 49 ft (15 m) long.

CarriesNorth Patrol RD
CrossesCane Creek
LocationNear Csdp
StateAlabama
Coordinates33.6818, -85.9446
Functional classUrban Local

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 inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating107.1 US tons
Inventory rating107.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialSteel
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length49 ft (15 m)
Longest span13 ft (4.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic250 (2015)
Projected traffic260 by 2045
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerArmy
Maintained byArmy
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$3,000 (2023 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was North Patrol RD over Cane Creek built?

It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.

What condition is North Patrol RD over Cane 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 2023.

How much traffic does North Patrol RD over Cane Creek carry?

About 250 vehicles per day (2015 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is North Patrol RD over Cane Creek?

The structure is 49 ft (15 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4.1 m).

Who owns North Patrol RD over Cane Creek?

It is owned by the Army.