US Bridges

SR 54 MP 7.984 over Richland Creek

Good

Covington County, Alabama · 3.5 MI.E.COV.CO.4 · Structure no. 013029

Built
1983
42 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
43 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
830
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 54 MP 7.984 over Richland Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 54 MP 7.984 over Richland Creek in Covington County, Alabama. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 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 830 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,013 by 2033. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 km).

CarriesSR 54 MP 7.984
CrossesRichland Creek
Location3.5 MI.E.COV.CO.4
RouteState Highway 54
StateAlabama
Coordinates31.05305, -86.20838
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating66.6 US tons
Inventory rating39.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length43 ft (13.1 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic830 (2013)
Projected traffic1,013 by 2033
Trucks19%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.3 mi (23 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$567,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 54 MP 7.984 over Richland Creek built?

It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 54 MP 7.984 over Richland 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does SR 54 MP 7.984 over Richland Creek carry?

About 830 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is SR 54 MP 7.984 over Richland Creek?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns SR 54 MP 7.984 over Richland Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.