US Bridges

Co. 83 over Unnamed Creek

Good

Chambers County, Alabama · 1 Mi. S. Cusseta · Structure no. 017453

Built
1952
73 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,150
1998 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Co. 83 over Unnamed Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Co. 83 over Unnamed Creek in Chambers County, Alabama. It was built in 1952, so it is 73 years old, older 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 1,150 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,750 by 2037. The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesCo. 83
CrossesUnnamed Creek
Location1 Mi. S. Cusseta
RouteCounty Highway 83
StateAlabama
Coordinates32.7697, -85.30152
Functional classRural 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 inspectionFebruary 2025
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 alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating52.7 US tons
Inventory rating31.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckCorrugated steel
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length31 ft (9.6 m)
Longest span10 ft (3.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,150 (1998)
Projected traffic1,750 by 2037
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$300,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Co. 83 over Unnamed Creek built?

It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.

What condition is Co. 83 over Unnamed 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 February 2025.

How much traffic does Co. 83 over Unnamed Creek carry?

About 1,150 vehicles per day (1998 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is Co. 83 over Unnamed Creek?

The structure is 31 ft (9.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.1 m).

Who owns Co. 83 over Unnamed Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.