US Bridges

CR16CHARLIEMITCHEL over CR16 Ward Creek

Good

Chilton County, Alabama · CR16 2.2 MI NE Riderville · Structure no. 007867

Built
1963
62 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
36 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
275
1985 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

CR16CHARLIEMITCHEL over CR16 Ward Creek is a concrete culvert carrying CR16CHARLIEMITCHEL over CR16 Ward Creek in Chilton County, Alabama. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 275 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 300 by 2030. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesCR16CHARLIEMITCHEL
CrossesCR16 Ward Creek
LocationCR16 2.2 MI NE Riderville
RouteCounty Highway 0
StateAlabama
Coordinates32.71056, -86.88635
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 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 alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating67.4 US tons
Inventory rating40.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 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 traffic275 (1985)
Projected traffic300 by 2030
Trucks1%
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 proposedOther structural work, including hydraulic replacements
Estimated improvement cost$427,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was CR16CHARLIEMITCHEL over CR16 Ward Creek built?

It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.

What condition is CR16CHARLIEMITCHEL over CR16 Ward 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does CR16CHARLIEMITCHEL over CR16 Ward Creek carry?

About 275 vehicles per day (1985 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is CR16CHARLIEMITCHEL over CR16 Ward Creek?

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

Who owns CR16CHARLIEMITCHEL over CR16 Ward Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.