US Bridges

I-20 over Owen Creek

Fair

Cleburne County, Alabama · 6.4 MI E JCT Al 46 · Structure no. 010464

Built
1971
54 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected December 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
38 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
39,077
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

I-20 over Owen Creek is a concrete culvert carrying I-20 over Owen Creek in Cleburne County, Alabama. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 5 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 39,077 vehicles a day, roughly 44% of them trucks, projected to reach 54,707 by 2042. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesI-20
CrossesOwen Creek
Location6.4 MI E JCT Al 46
RouteInterstate 20
CountyCleburne County
StateAlabama
Coordinates33.65923, -85.39568
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Interstate

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.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionDecember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98 US tons
Inventory rating98 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic39,077 (2022)
Projected traffic54,707 by 2042
Trucks44%
Lanes on structure6
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$2.9 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was I-20 over Owen Creek built?

It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.

What condition is I-20 over Owen 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 December 2023.

How much traffic does I-20 over Owen Creek carry?

About 39,077 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 44% are trucks.

How long is I-20 over Owen Creek?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.8 m).

Who owns I-20 over Owen Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.