SR 91 over Rice Creek
FairCullman County, Alabama · 3.5 MI S JCT I65 · Structure no. 005297
- Built
- 1955
- 70 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 42 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,026
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 91 over Rice Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 91 over Rice Creek in Cullman County, Alabama. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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 6 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 1,026 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,436 by 2043. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.7 mi (43 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 91 over Rice Creek built?
It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 91 over Rice 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 January 2025.
How much traffic does SR 91 over Rice Creek carry?
About 1,026 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is SR 91 over Rice Creek?
The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns SR 91 over Rice Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.