Co. Rt. 27 over Bear Creek
GoodClarke County, Alabama · 2.99 Mi.N Tville Ct.Lts · Structure no. 000232
- Built
- 1924
- 101 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 44 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 300
- 1995 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Co. Rt. 27 over Bear Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Co. Rt. 27 over Bear Creek in Clarke County, Alabama. It was built in 1924, so it is 101 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 300 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 330 by 2038. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 km).
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Co. Rt. 27 over Bear Creek built?
It was built in 1924, making it 101 years old in 2025.
What condition is Co. Rt. 27 over Bear 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does Co. Rt. 27 over Bear Creek carry?
About 300 vehicles per day (1995 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Co. Rt. 27 over Bear Creek?
The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Co. Rt. 27 over Bear Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.