US Bridges

Al. 229 over Lewis Creek

Fair

Elmore County, Alabama · 1.0 Mi. S. of Tallassee · Structure no. 016023

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
33 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
8,960
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Al. 229 over Lewis Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Al. 229 over Lewis Creek in Elmore 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 8,960 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 11,174 by 2033. The structure is 33 ft (10.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 km).

Location

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CarriesAl. 229
CrossesLewis Creek
Location1.0 Mi. S. of Tallassee
RouteState Highway 229
CountyElmore County
StateAlabama
Coordinates32.52041, -85.8948
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 inspectionAugust 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 adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating98 US tons
Inventory rating85.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length33 ft (10.2 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 traffic8,960 (2013)
Projected traffic11,174 by 2033
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.3 mi (23 km)
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$1.4 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Al. 229 over Lewis Creek built?

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

What condition is Al. 229 over Lewis 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does Al. 229 over Lewis Creek carry?

About 8,960 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Al. 229 over Lewis Creek?

The structure is 33 ft (10.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Al. 229 over Lewis Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.