US Bridges

FAS 26 CR 85 over Bengis Creek

Good

DeKalb County, Alabama · 1.0 MI S JCT SR 40 · Structure no. 006000

Built
1952
73 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,514
2023 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

FAS 26 CR 85 over Bengis Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FAS 26 CR 85 over Bengis Creek in DeKalb County, Alabama. It was built in 1952, so it is 73 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 2,514 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,736 by 2043. The structure is 31 ft (9.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesFAS 26 CR 85
CrossesBengis Creek
Location1.0 MI S JCT SR 40
RouteCounty Highway 85
CountyDeKalb County
StateAlabama
Coordinates34.5898, -85.72716
Functional classRural Major 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 inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating62.4 US tons
Inventory rating37.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length31 ft (9.5 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 traffic2,514 (2023)
Projected traffic3,736 by 2043
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$341,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was FAS 26 CR 85 over Bengis Creek built?

It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.

What condition is FAS 26 CR 85 over Bengis 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does FAS 26 CR 85 over Bengis Creek carry?

About 2,514 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is FAS 26 CR 85 over Bengis Creek?

The structure is 31 ft (9.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns FAS 26 CR 85 over Bengis Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.