County Road 40 over Shotbag Creek
GoodCovington County, Alabama · Beulah Church Road · Structure no. 015660
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 42 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 200
- 1994 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
County Road 40 over Shotbag Creek is a concrete culvert carrying County Road 40 over Shotbag Creek in Covington County, Alabama. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 years old, older 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 200 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 287 by 2030. The structure is 42 ft (12.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 4 Poor | Advanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was County Road 40 over Shotbag Creek built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.
What condition is County Road 40 over Shotbag 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does County Road 40 over Shotbag Creek carry?
About 200 vehicles per day (1994 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is County Road 40 over Shotbag Creek?
The structure is 42 ft (12.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns County Road 40 over Shotbag Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.