US Bridges

SR 247 over Branch of Rock Creek

Fair

Colbert County, Alabama · 13 M S JCT SR 247 & SR 2 · Structure no. 008463

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
26 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,390
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 247 over Branch of Rock Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 247 over Branch of Rock Creek in Colbert County, Alabama. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 1,390 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,696 by 2033. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.7 mi (35 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 247
CrossesBranch of Rock Creek
Location13 M S JCT SR 247 & SR 2
RouteState Highway 247
CountyColbert County
StateAlabama
Coordinates34.58226, -87.94926
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionApril 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 adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98 US tons
Inventory rating98 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length26 ft (7.9 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,390 (2023)
Projected traffic1,696 by 2033
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed21.7 mi (35 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$1.2 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 247 over Branch of Rock Creek built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 247 over Branch of Rock 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does SR 247 over Branch of Rock Creek carry?

About 1,390 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is SR 247 over Branch of Rock Creek?

The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns SR 247 over Branch of Rock Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.