US Bridges

Co. 1173 over Snapper Creek

Good

Chambers County, Alabama · 2 Mi. S.E. Liberty C. R. · Structure no. 018282

Built
2002
23 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
58 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
47
2010 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Co. 1173 over Snapper Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Co. 1173 over Snapper Creek in Chambers County, Alabama. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 47 vehicles a day, projected to reach 69 by 2034. The structure is 58 ft (17.7 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 9.9 mi (16 km).

CarriesCo. 1173
CrossesSnapper Creek
Location2 Mi. S.E. Liberty C. R.
RouteCounty Highway 173
StateAlabama
Coordinates32.7825, -85.38694
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 protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98 US tons
Inventory rating65 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length58 ft (17.7 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic47 (2010)
Projected traffic69 by 2034
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed9.9 mi (16 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$660,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Co. 1173 over Snapper Creek built?

It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.

What condition is Co. 1173 over Snapper 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does Co. 1173 over Snapper Creek carry?

About 47 vehicles per day (2010 count).

How long is Co. 1173 over Snapper Creek?

The structure is 58 ft (17.7 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns Co. 1173 over Snapper Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.