US Bridges

I-85 over Little Osanippa Creek

Fair

Chambers County, Alabama · 4.9 MI N Cusseta RD · Structure no. 007260

Built
1961
64 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
52 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
38,376
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-85 over Little Osanippa Creek is a concrete culvert carrying I-85 over Little Osanippa Creek in Chambers County, Alabama. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 38,376 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 53,726 by 2042. The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesI-85
CrossesLittle Osanippa Creek
Location4.9 MI N Cusseta RD
RouteInterstate 85
CountyChambers County
StateAlabama
Coordinates32.803, -85.22975
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating50.4 US tons
Inventory rating30.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadH 20
Structure length52 ft (15.8 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic38,376 (2022)
Projected traffic53,726 by 2042
Trucks22%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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$2.1 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was I-85 over Little Osanippa Creek built?

It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.

What condition is I-85 over Little Osanippa 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does I-85 over Little Osanippa Creek carry?

About 38,376 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.

How long is I-85 over Little Osanippa Creek?

The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns I-85 over Little Osanippa Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.