US Bridges

SR 134 MP 2.247 over East Fork Cripple Creek

Good

Covington County, Alabama · 0.7 Mi. E. Opp C. Limits. · Structure no. 015231

Built
1990
35 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
29 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,590
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 134 MP 2.247 over East Fork Cripple Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 134 MP 2.247 over East Fork Cripple Creek in Covington County, Alabama. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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 3,590 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,685 by 2033. The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 134 MP 2.247
CrossesEast Fork Cripple Creek
Location0.7 Mi. E. Opp C. Limits.
RouteState Highway 134
CountyCovington County
StateAlabama
Coordinates31.28294, -86.21785
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 inspectionApril 2023
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 rating98 US tons
Inventory rating84 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length29 ft (8.8 m)
Longest span9 ft (2.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,590 (2013)
Projected traffic4,685 by 2033
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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$729,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 134 MP 2.247 over East Fork Cripple Creek built?

It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 134 MP 2.247 over East Fork Cripple 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does SR 134 MP 2.247 over East Fork Cripple Creek carry?

About 3,590 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is SR 134 MP 2.247 over East Fork Cripple Creek?

The structure is 29 ft (8.8 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.8 m).

Who owns SR 134 MP 2.247 over East Fork Cripple Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.