Horton Gap Rd. over Little Sand Valley Creek
GoodEtowah County, Alabama · .2M SE of Sand Valley RD · Structure no. 017711
- Built
- 1998
- 27 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 31 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 375
- 1998 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Horton Gap Rd. over Little Sand Valley Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Horton Gap Rd. over Little Sand Valley Creek in Etowah County, Alabama. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 375 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 500 by 2033. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Horton Gap Rd. over Little Sand Valley Creek built?
It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.
What condition is Horton Gap 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 Horton Gap Rd. over Little Sand Valley Creek carry?
About 375 vehicles per day (1998 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Horton Gap Rd. over Little Sand Valley Creek?
The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Horton Gap Rd. over Little Sand Valley Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.