US 29 over Bethea Mill Creek
FairEscambia County, Alabama · 0.5 MI N CO RD 22 · Structure no. 013914
- Built
- 1986
- 39 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 41 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,606
- 2021 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 29 over Bethea Mill Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 29 over Bethea Mill 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 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 1,606 vehicles a day, roughly 24% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,409 by 2041. The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 26.1 mi (42 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| 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 Bethea Mill Creek built?
It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 29 over Bethea Mill 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does US 29 over Bethea Mill Creek carry?
About 1,606 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 24% are trucks.
How long is US 29 over Bethea Mill Creek?
The structure is 41 ft (12.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US 29 over Bethea Mill Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.