I-65 over Little Escambia Creek
FairEscambia County, Alabama · 1.8 MI S SR 41 · Structure no. 006830
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 63 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 25,108
- 2025 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I-65 over Little Escambia Creek is a concrete culvert carrying I-65 over Little Escambia Creek in Escambia County, Alabama. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 25,108 vehicles a day, roughly 28% of them trucks, projected to reach 37,662 by 2045. The structure is 63 ft (19.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 km).
Location
Open in Google MapsCondition and inspection
The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I-65 over Little Escambia Creek built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is I-65 over Little Escambia 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 2025.
How much traffic does I-65 over Little Escambia Creek carry?
About 25,108 vehicles per day (2025 count), of which roughly 28% are trucks.
How long is I-65 over Little Escambia Creek?
The structure is 63 ft (19.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns I-65 over Little Escambia Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.