US Bridges

CO RD 141 over Boydston Creek

Fair

DeKalb County, Alabama · 1 MI NE Al 117 T3SR9E · Structure no. 007149

Built
1957
68 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
47 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
1,530
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

CO RD 141 over Boydston Creek is a concrete culvert carrying CO RD 141 over Boydston 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 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 1,530 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,274 by 2044. The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 km).

Location

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CarriesCO RD 141
CrossesBoydston Creek
Location1 MI NE Al 117 T3SR9E
RouteCounty Highway 141
CountyDeKalb County
StateAlabama
Coordinates34.72944, -85.67068
Functional classRural Minor Collector

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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 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 adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating98 US tons
Inventory rating98 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length47 ft (14.3 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.6 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,530 (2024)
Projected traffic2,274 by 2044
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.8 mi (11 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$804,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was CO RD 141 over Boydston Creek built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.

What condition is CO RD 141 over Boydston 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does CO RD 141 over Boydston Creek carry?

About 1,530 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is CO RD 141 over Boydston Creek?

The structure is 47 ft (14.3 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m).

Who owns CO RD 141 over Boydston Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.