Mt Hester RD over Browns Creek
GoodColbert County, Alabama · Mt Hester S of Cedar LN · Structure no. 014856
- Built
- 1989
- 36 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 61 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 385
- 2006 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Mt Hester RD over Browns Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Mt Hester RD over Browns Creek in Colbert County, Alabama. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 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 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 385 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,000 by 2043. The structure is 61 ft (18.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 Mt Hester RD over Browns Creek built?
It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.
What condition is Mt Hester RD over Browns 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does Mt Hester RD over Browns Creek carry?
About 385 vehicles per day (2006 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Mt Hester RD over Browns Creek?
The structure is 61 ft (18.7 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.4 m).
Who owns Mt Hester RD over Browns Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.