Al 145 over Blue Gut Creek
FairChilton County, Alabama · 1.8 MI S JCT CO RD 42 · Structure no. 008443
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 42 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,600
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Al 145 over Blue Gut Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Al 145 over Blue Gut Creek in Chilton County, Alabama. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 years old, older than the Alabama average of 51.1 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 2,600 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,260 by 2045. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Al 145 over Blue Gut Creek built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is Al 145 over Blue Gut Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in February 2025.
How much traffic does Al 145 over Blue Gut Creek carry?
About 2,600 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is Al 145 over Blue Gut Creek?
The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Al 145 over Blue Gut Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.