Co. 121 over Sandy Creek
GoodChambers County, Alabama · 2.5 Mi. N.W. Penton · Structure no. 012413
- Built
- 1980
- 45 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 81 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 59
- 2010 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Co. 121 over Sandy Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Co. 121 over Sandy Creek in Chambers County, Alabama. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 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 59 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 88 by 2037. The structure is 81 ft (24.7 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Co. 121 over Sandy Creek built?
It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.
What condition is Co. 121 over Sandy 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 2024.
How much traffic does Co. 121 over Sandy Creek carry?
About 59 vehicles per day (2010 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Co. 121 over Sandy Creek?
The structure is 81 ft (24.7 m) long with a longest span of 81 ft (24.7 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns Co. 121 over Sandy Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.