Al 5 over Bear Creek Relief
FairDallas County, Alabama · 4.2 Mi.N.Of Al 22 · Structure no. 013571
- Built
- 1985
- 40 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,110
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Al 5 over Bear Creek Relief is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Al 5 over Bear Creek Relief in Dallas County, Alabama. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 years old, younger 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 1,110 vehicles a day, roughly 42% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,390 by 2033. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 36 mi (58 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Al 5 over Bear Creek Relief built?
It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.
What condition is Al 5 over Bear Creek Relief 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 5 over Bear Creek Relief carry?
About 1,110 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 42% are trucks.
How long is Al 5 over Bear Creek Relief?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Al 5 over Bear Creek Relief?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.