CO RD 53 over Boxes Creek
GoodPosted for loadFayette County, Alabama · 1.5 E of Hubbertville · Structure no. 004766
- Built
- 1954
- 71 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 252 ft
- 7 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 115
- 1996 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CO RD 53 over Boxes Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying CO RD 53 over Boxes Creek in Fayette County, Alabama. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 years old, older 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 115 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 130 by 2030. The structure is 252 ft (76.8 m) long and 23 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was CO RD 53 over Boxes Creek built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.
What condition is CO RD 53 over Boxes 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 February 2025.
How much traffic does CO RD 53 over Boxes Creek carry?
About 115 vehicles per day (1996 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is CO RD 53 over Boxes Creek?
The structure is 252 ft (76.8 m) long with a longest span of 36 ft (11 m) and a deck 23 ft wide.
Who owns CO RD 53 over Boxes Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.