Shaw RD over Shaw Branch
GoodColbert County, Alabama · Shaw RD S of Tidwell RD · Structure no. 015558
- Built
- 1992
- 33 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 223
- 2006 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Shaw RD over Shaw Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Shaw RD over Shaw Branch in Colbert County, Alabama. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 223 vehicles a day, roughly 30% of them trucks, projected to reach 300 by 2043. The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 Shaw RD over Shaw Branch built?
It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.
What condition is Shaw RD over Shaw Branch 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does Shaw RD over Shaw Branch carry?
About 223 vehicles per day (2006 count), of which roughly 30% are trucks.
How long is Shaw RD over Shaw Branch?
The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Shaw RD over Shaw Branch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.