US Bridges

CO RD 5 over Lockchelodge Creek

Good

Cleburne County, Alabama · Between CR 10 & CR 19 · Structure no. 020861

Built
2017
8 years old
Condition
Good
inspected December 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
43 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
61
2016 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

CO RD 5 over Lockchelodge Creek is a concrete culvert carrying CO RD 5 over Lockchelodge Creek in Cleburne County, Alabama. It was built in 2017, so it is 8 years old, younger 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 9 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 61 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 92 by 2036. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

CarriesCO RD 5
CrossesLockchelodge Creek
LocationBetween CR 10 & CR 19
RouteCounty Highway 5
StateAlabama
Coordinates33.50773, -85.56901
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionDecember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating67.8 US tons
Inventory rating40.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length43 ft (13.1 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deck0 ft (0 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic61 (2016)
Projected traffic92 by 2036
Trucks2%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$793,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was CO RD 5 over Lockchelodge Creek built?

It was built in 2017, making it 8 years old in 2025.

What condition is CO RD 5 over Lockchelodge 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 December 2023.

How much traffic does CO RD 5 over Lockchelodge Creek carry?

About 61 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.

How long is CO RD 5 over Lockchelodge Creek?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns CO RD 5 over Lockchelodge Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.