US 29 over Smith Creek
FairEscambia County, Alabama · 0.7 MI S CO RD 43 · Structure no. 013609
- Built
- 1985
- 40 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 43 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 971
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 29 over Smith Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 29 over Smith Creek in Escambia County, Alabama. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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 6 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 971 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,456 by 2043. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 29 over Smith Creek built?
It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 29 over Smith 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 US 29 over Smith Creek carry?
About 971 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.
How long is US 29 over Smith Creek?
The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US 29 over Smith Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.