Bowen RD over Drake Creek
GoodClay County, Alabama · 0.8 MI E Ala No 9 · Structure no. 007964
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 104
- 2016 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Bowen RD over Drake Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Bowen RD over Drake Creek in Clay 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 104 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 155 by 2036. 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Bowen RD over Drake Creek built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is Bowen RD over Drake 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does Bowen RD over Drake Creek carry?
About 104 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Bowen RD over Drake Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Bowen RD over Drake Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.