US Bridges

Al 41 over Oak Creek Branch

Fair

Dallas County, Alabama · 1.9 Mi.S.Al 89 · Structure no. 014584

Built
1988
37 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
61 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
670
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Al 41 over Oak Creek Branch is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Al 41 over Oak Creek Branch in Dallas County, Alabama. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 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 670 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 831 by 2033. The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.7 mi (43 km).

Location

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CarriesAl 41
CrossesOak Creek Branch
Location1.9 Mi.S.Al 89
RouteState Highway 41
CountyDallas County
StateAlabama
Coordinates32.12167, -87.09333
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionSeptember 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
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating61.1 US tons
Inventory rating36.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length61 ft (18.6 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 traffic670 (2013)
Projected traffic831 by 2033
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed26.7 mi (43 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$1 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Al 41 over Oak Creek Branch built?

It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.

What condition is Al 41 over Oak Creek Branch 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does Al 41 over Oak Creek Branch carry?

About 670 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is Al 41 over Oak Creek Branch?

The structure is 61 ft (18.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns Al 41 over Oak Creek Branch?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.