US Bridges

Horton RD (cr 92) over Piney Creek

Good

DeKalb County, Alabama · .5 MI W of Al 75 · Structure no. 004939

Built
1954
71 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
366
2017 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Horton RD (cr 92) over Piney Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Horton RD (cr 92) over Piney Creek in DeKalb County, Alabama. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 years old, older than the Alabama average of 51.1 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 366 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 539 by 2036. The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesHorton RD (cr 92)
CrossesPiney Creek
Location.5 MI W of Al 75
RouteCounty Highway 92
StateAlabama
Coordinates34.47976, -85.86695
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating45.1 US tons
Inventory rating27 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length21 ft (6.3 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic366 (2017)
Projected traffic539 by 2036
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$253,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Horton RD (cr 92) over Piney Creek built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.

What condition is Horton RD (cr 92) over Piney Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in June 2023.

How much traffic does Horton RD (cr 92) over Piney Creek carry?

About 366 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is Horton RD (cr 92) over Piney Creek?

The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Horton RD (cr 92) over Piney Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.