County RD 42 over Lightwood Knot Creek
PoorPosted for loadCovington County, Alabama · 1.75 West of Opp · Structure no. 005559
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old
- Condition
- Poor
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 544 ft
- 16 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 330
- 1994 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
County RD 42 over Lightwood Knot Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying County RD 42 over Lightwood Knot Creek in Covington County, Alabama. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 years old, older than the Alabama average of 51.1 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in poor condition with a lowest component rating of 4 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 330 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 410 by 2031. The structure is 544 ft (165.8 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was County RD 42 over Lightwood Knot Creek built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.
What condition is County RD 42 over Lightwood Knot Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in poor condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 4 or below, indicating advanced deterioration. Poor does not mean unsafe; such bridges are inspected more often and may carry load restrictions. The last reported inspection was in September 2024.
How much traffic does County RD 42 over Lightwood Knot Creek carry?
About 330 vehicles per day (1994 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is County RD 42 over Lightwood Knot Creek?
The structure is 544 ft (165.8 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns County RD 42 over Lightwood Knot Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.