US Bridges

Al 22 over Byrd Creek

Fair

Chilton County, Alabama · Cty Limits Maplesville · Structure no. 011419

Built
1975
50 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
57 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
4,890
2016 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Al 22 over Byrd Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Al 22 over Byrd Creek in Chilton County, Alabama. It was built in 1975, so it is 50 years old, younger 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 4,890 vehicles a day, roughly 18% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,931 by 2044. The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).

Location

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CarriesAl 22
CrossesByrd Creek
LocationCty Limits Maplesville
RouteState Highway 22
CountyChilton County
StateAlabama
Coordinates32.78625, -86.8726
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
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 spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length57 ft (17.4 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,890 (2016)
Projected traffic5,931 by 2044
Trucks18%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.2 mi (18 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$1.6 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Al 22 over Byrd Creek built?

It was built in 1975, making it 50 years old in 2025.

What condition is Al 22 over Byrd 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does Al 22 over Byrd Creek carry?

About 4,890 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 18% are trucks.

How long is Al 22 over Byrd Creek?

The structure is 57 ft (17.4 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.2 m).

Who owns Al 22 over Byrd Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.