US Bridges

US 11; SR 68 over Town Creek

Fair

DeKalb County, Alabama · JCT US 11 * SR 68 · Structure no. 015918

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
62 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
15,829
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 11; SR 68 over Town Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 11; SR 68 over Town Creek in DeKalb County, Alabama. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 years old, younger 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 15,829 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,161 by 2042. The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long.

Location

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CarriesUS 11; SR 68
CrossesTown Creek
LocationJCT US 11 * SR 68
RouteU.S. Route 11
CountyDeKalb County
StateAlabama
Coordinates34.26333, -85.86333
Functional classRural Major 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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 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 adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating68.6 US tons
Inventory rating41.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length62 ft (18.9 m)
Longest span16 ft (4.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic15,829 (2022)
Projected traffic22,161 by 2042
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure3
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$3.1 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 11; SR 68 over Town Creek built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 11; SR 68 over Town 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does US 11; SR 68 over Town Creek carry?

About 15,829 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is US 11; SR 68 over Town Creek?

The structure is 62 ft (18.9 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m).

Who owns US 11; SR 68 over Town Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.