US Bridges

Cox Gap RD CR-224 over Short Creek

Good

Etowah County, Alabama · 0.4 MI N of Oak · Structure no. 020927

Built
2017
8 years old
Condition
Good
inspected May 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
40 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
650
2004 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Cox Gap RD CR-224 over Short Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Cox Gap RD CR-224 over Short Creek in Etowah County, Alabama. It was built in 2017, so it is 8 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 9 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 650 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 780 by 2034. The structure is 40 ft (12.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesCox Gap RD CR-224
CrossesShort Creek
Location0.4 MI N of Oak
RouteCounty Highway 339
CountyEtowah County
StateAlabama
Coordinates34.15239, -86.11007
Functional classRural Local

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 protection9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Culvert9 ExcellentNo problems noted.
Last inspectionMay 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating91.2 US tons
Inventory rating54.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length40 ft (12.1 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic650 (2004)
Projected traffic780 by 2034
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$774,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Cox Gap RD CR-224 over Short Creek built?

It was built in 2017, making it 8 years old in 2025.

What condition is Cox Gap RD CR-224 over Short 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 May 2023.

How much traffic does Cox Gap RD CR-224 over Short Creek carry?

About 650 vehicles per day (2004 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is Cox Gap RD CR-224 over Short Creek?

The structure is 40 ft (12.1 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns Cox Gap RD CR-224 over Short Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.