US Bridges

Co. 1166 over Allen Creek

Good

Chambers County, Alabama · 2 Mi. N.W. Buffalo · Structure no. 018328

Built
2002
23 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
38 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
59
2010 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Co. 1166 over Allen Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Co. 1166 over Allen 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 9 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, projected to reach 87 by 2036. The structure is 38 ft (11.7 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

CarriesCo. 1166
CrossesAllen Creek
Location2 Mi. N.W. Buffalo
RouteCounty Highway 166
StateAlabama
Coordinates32.97097, -85.43713
Functional classRural Major Collector

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.
Culvert9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating88 US tons
Inventory rating52.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length38 ft (11.7 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic59 (2010)
Projected traffic87 by 2036
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 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$517,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Co. 1166 over Allen Creek built?

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

What condition is Co. 1166 over Allen 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does Co. 1166 over Allen Creek carry?

About 59 vehicles per day (2010 count).

How long is Co. 1166 over Allen Creek?

The structure is 38 ft (11.7 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns Co. 1166 over Allen Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.