US Bridges

SR21 / US231 over Hachemedega Creek

Fair

Coosa County, Alabama · 7 MI N Elmore CO Line · Structure no. 001760

Built
1938
87 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
45 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,752
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR21 / US231 over Hachemedega Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR21 / US231 over Hachemedega Creek in Coosa County, Alabama. It was built in 1938, so it is 87 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 2,752 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,852 by 2042. The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesSR21 / US231
CrossesHachemedega Creek
Location7 MI N Elmore CO Line
RouteU.S. Route 231
CountyCoosa County
StateAlabama
Coordinates32.85206, -86.22283
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionApril 2024
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 adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating98 US tons
Inventory rating98 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length45 ft (13.7 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,752 (2022)
Projected traffic3,852 by 2042
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$975,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR21 / US231 over Hachemedega Creek built?

It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR21 / US231 over Hachemedega 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 2024.

How much traffic does SR21 / US231 over Hachemedega Creek carry?

About 2,752 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is SR21 / US231 over Hachemedega Creek?

The structure is 45 ft (13.7 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns SR21 / US231 over Hachemedega Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.