US Bridges

Co. 289 over Oseligee Creek

Good

Chambers County, Alabama · 2 Mi. N. Lanett · Structure no. 020170

Built
2010
15 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
240 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,930
2010 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Co. 289 over Oseligee Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Co. 289 over Oseligee Creek in Chambers County, Alabama. It was built in 2010, so it is 15 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 1,930 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,867 by 2034. The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesCo. 289
CrossesOseligee Creek
Location2 Mi. N. Lanett
RouteCounty Highway 289
StateAlabama
Coordinates32.90167, -86.19639
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Superstructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Substructure9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating87.3 US tons
Inventory rating47.5 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length240 ft (73.2 m)
Longest span80 ft (24.4 m)
Deck width33 ft (10 m)
Roadway width30 ft (9.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,930 (2010)
Projected traffic2,867 by 2034
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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$2 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Co. 289 over Oseligee Creek built?

It was built in 2010, making it 15 years old in 2025.

What condition is Co. 289 over Oseligee 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does Co. 289 over Oseligee Creek carry?

About 1,930 vehicles per day (2010 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is Co. 289 over Oseligee Creek?

The structure is 240 ft (73.2 m) long with a longest span of 80 ft (24.4 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.

Who owns Co. 289 over Oseligee Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.