US Bridges

Cr. 56 J.B. Chapma over Harrison Mill Creek

Fair

Dale County, Alabama · Sec 2 T-3-N R-25-E · Structure no. 007739

Built
1962
63 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
63 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
1,853
2005 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Cr. 56 J.B. Chapma over Harrison Mill Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Cr. 56 J.B. Chapma over Harrison Mill Creek in Dale County, Alabama. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 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 5 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 1,853 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,753 by 2030. The structure is 63 ft (19.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesCr. 56 J.B. Chapma
CrossesHarrison Mill Creek
LocationSec 2 T-3-N R-25-E
RouteCounty Highway 56
CountyDale County
StateAlabama
Coordinates31.25826, -85.50894
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating39.2 US tons
Inventory rating23.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadH 15
Structure length63 ft (19.2 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 traffic1,853 (2005)
Projected traffic2,753 by 2030
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$674,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Cr. 56 J.B. Chapma over Harrison Mill Creek built?

It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.

What condition is Cr. 56 J.B. Chapma over Harrison Mill 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 February 2025.

How much traffic does Cr. 56 J.B. Chapma over Harrison Mill Creek carry?

About 1,853 vehicles per day (2005 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Cr. 56 J.B. Chapma over Harrison Mill Creek?

The structure is 63 ft (19.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns Cr. 56 J.B. Chapma over Harrison Mill Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.