Unity Church Rd. over Little Sand Valley Creek
GoodEtowah County, Alabama · 300 West of Horton Gap R · Structure no. 015260
- Built
- 1990
- 35 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 42 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 150
- 2003 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Unity Church Rd. over Little Sand Valley Creek is a steel culvert carrying Unity Church Rd. over Little Sand Valley Creek in Etowah County, Alabama. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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 150 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 100 by 2033. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Unity Church Rd. over Little Sand Valley Creek built?
It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.
What condition is Unity Church Rd. over Little Sand Valley 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 December 2023.
How much traffic does Unity Church Rd. over Little Sand Valley Creek carry?
About 150 vehicles per day (2003 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Unity Church Rd. over Little Sand Valley Creek?
The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Unity Church Rd. over Little Sand Valley Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.