US Bridges

US 29 over Mantel Creek

Good

Escambia County, Alabama · 1.2 MI N SR 41 · Structure no. 013912

Built
1986
39 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
37 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,690
2022 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 29 over Mantel Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 29 over Mantel Creek in Escambia County, Alabama. It was built in 1986, so it is 39 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 2,690 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,035 by 2042. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 km).

CarriesUS 29
CrossesMantel Creek
Location1.2 MI N SR 41
RouteU.S. Route 29
StateAlabama
Coordinates31.08563, -87.04809
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating61.7 US tons
Inventory rating37 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length37 ft (11.3 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 traffic2,690 (2022)
Projected traffic4,035 by 2042
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed13 mi (21 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$595,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 29 over Mantel Creek built?

It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 29 over Mantel 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does US 29 over Mantel Creek carry?

About 2,690 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is US 29 over Mantel Creek?

The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 29 over Mantel Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.