FAS 12 / CO Rt 20 over Scarham Creek
GoodDeKalb County, Alabama · 1.5 MI SE Geraldine · Structure no. 014860
- Built
- 1989
- 36 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 53 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 357
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
FAS 12 / CO Rt 20 over Scarham Creek is a concrete culvert carrying FAS 12 / CO Rt 20 over Scarham Creek in DeKalb County, Alabama. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 years old, younger 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 357 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 540 by 2044. The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FAS 12 / CO Rt 20 over Scarham Creek built?
It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.
What condition is FAS 12 / CO Rt 20 over Scarham 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does FAS 12 / CO Rt 20 over Scarham Creek carry?
About 357 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is FAS 12 / CO Rt 20 over Scarham Creek?
The structure is 53 ft (16.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns FAS 12 / CO Rt 20 over Scarham Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.