Co. 281 over Stroud Creek
GoodChambers County, Alabama · 2 Mi. S. Hickory Flat · Structure no. 013070
- Built
- 1983
- 42 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Channel Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 72 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 160
- 2011 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Co. 281 over Stroud Creek is a concrete channel beam carrying Co. 281 over Stroud Creek in Chambers County, Alabama. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 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 160 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 237 by 2037. The structure is 72 ft (21.9 m) long and 27 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
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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. 281 over Stroud Creek built?
It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.
What condition is Co. 281 over Stroud 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does Co. 281 over Stroud Creek carry?
About 160 vehicles per day (2011 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is Co. 281 over Stroud Creek?
The structure is 72 ft (21.9 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m) and a deck 27 ft wide.
Who owns Co. 281 over Stroud Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.