US Bridges

Al 22 over Caine Creek

Fair

Dallas County, Alabama · 5.9 Mi.W.Of Orrville · Structure no. 000636

Built
1929
96 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
33 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,790
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Al 22 over Caine Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Al 22 over Caine Creek in Dallas County, Alabama. It was built in 1929, so it is 96 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 1,790 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,171 by 2033. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 49.7 mi (80 km).

Location

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CarriesAl 22
CrossesCaine Creek
Location5.9 Mi.W.Of Orrville
RouteState Highway 22
CountyDallas County
StateAlabama
Coordinates32.29508, -87.33948
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 protection4 PoorAdvanced section loss, deterioration, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
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
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating98 US tons
Inventory rating87.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width32 ft (9.8 m)
Roadway width31 ft (9.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,790 (2013)
Projected traffic2,171 by 2033
Trucks7%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed49.7 mi (80 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 proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$342,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Al 22 over Caine Creek built?

It was built in 1929, making it 96 years old in 2025.

What condition is Al 22 over Caine 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does Al 22 over Caine Creek carry?

About 1,790 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.

How long is Al 22 over Caine Creek?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.

Who owns Al 22 over Caine Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.