FAS 14 CO RD 43 over Black Oak Creek
FairDeKalb County, Alabama · 0.9 MI S JCT CO Rt 50 · Structure no. 005915
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 42 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 654
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAS 14 CO RD 43 over Black Oak Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FAS 14 CO RD 43 over Black Oak Creek in DeKalb County, Alabama. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 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 654 vehicles a day, roughly 7% of them trucks, projected to reach 797 by 2044. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 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 FAS 14 CO RD 43 over Black Oak Creek built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAS 14 CO RD 43 over Black Oak 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does FAS 14 CO RD 43 over Black Oak Creek carry?
About 654 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 7% are trucks.
How long is FAS 14 CO RD 43 over Black Oak Creek?
The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns FAS 14 CO RD 43 over Black Oak Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.