Co. Rt 31 over West Bend Creek
GoodClarke County, Alabama · 0.5 MI North West Bend · Structure no. 013130
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old, rebuilt 1984
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 125
- 1995 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Co. Rt 31 over West Bend Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Co. Rt 31 over West Bend Creek in Clarke County, Alabama. It was built in 1957 and reconstructed in 1984, so it is 68 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 125 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 150 by 2041. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Co. Rt 31 over West Bend Creek built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1984.
What condition is Co. Rt 31 over West Bend 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 2023.
How much traffic does Co. Rt 31 over West Bend Creek carry?
About 125 vehicles per day (1995 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Co. Rt 31 over West Bend Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Co. Rt 31 over West Bend Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.