US Bridges

Vandiver Hollow RD over James Creek

Good

Colbert County, Alabama · Vandiver Hollow E of 43 · Structure no. 016110

Built
1994
31 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
48 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
550
2006 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Vandiver Hollow RD over James Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Vandiver Hollow RD over James Creek in Colbert County, Alabama. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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 550 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,000 by 2044. The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

CarriesVandiver Hollow RD
CrossesJames Creek
LocationVandiver Hollow E of 43
RouteCounty Highway 78
StateAlabama
Coordinates34.62624, -87.64754
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.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating72.6 US tons
Inventory rating43.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length48 ft (14.6 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 traffic550 (2006)
Projected traffic1,000 by 2044
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$707,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Vandiver Hollow RD over James Creek built?

It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.

What condition is Vandiver Hollow RD over James 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does Vandiver Hollow RD over James Creek carry?

About 550 vehicles per day (2006 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Vandiver Hollow RD over James Creek?

The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Vandiver Hollow RD over James Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.