US Bridges

CR50PLEASANT Grv R over Pate Creek

Good

Chilton County, Alabama · CR50 1M NE Pates Chapelch · Structure no. 006108

Built
1958
67 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
36 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,200
1985 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

CR50PLEASANT Grv R over Pate Creek is a concrete culvert carrying CR50PLEASANT Grv R over Pate Creek in Chilton County, Alabama. It was built in 1958, so it is 67 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 1,200 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,350 by 2030. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesCR50PLEASANT Grv R
CrossesPate Creek
LocationCR50 1M NE Pates Chapelch
RouteCounty Highway 0
StateAlabama
Coordinates32.91636, -86.74427
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating77.1 US tons
Inventory rating46.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length36 ft (11 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,200 (1985)
Projected traffic1,350 by 2030
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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$518,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was CR50PLEASANT Grv R over Pate Creek built?

It was built in 1958, making it 67 years old in 2025.

What condition is CR50PLEASANT Grv R over Pate 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does CR50PLEASANT Grv R over Pate Creek carry?

About 1,200 vehicles per day (1985 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is CR50PLEASANT Grv R over Pate Creek?

The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns CR50PLEASANT Grv R over Pate Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.