CO Rt 12 over Sipsey River Relief
FairPosted for loadFayette County, Alabama · 0.8 E of Newtonville · Structure no. 007662
- Built
- 1962
- 63 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 170 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 168
- 1996 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CO Rt 12 over Sipsey River Relief is a concrete tee beam carrying CO Rt 12 over Sipsey River Relief in Fayette County, Alabama. It was built in 1962, so it is 63 years old, older 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 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 168 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 182 by 2034. The structure is 170 ft (51.8 m) long and 23 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.2 mi (39 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was CO Rt 12 over Sipsey River Relief built?
It was built in 1962, making it 63 years old in 2025.
What condition is CO Rt 12 over Sipsey River Relief 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 February 2025.
How much traffic does CO Rt 12 over Sipsey River Relief carry?
About 168 vehicles per day (1996 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is CO Rt 12 over Sipsey River Relief?
The structure is 170 ft (51.8 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m) and a deck 23 ft wide.
Who owns CO Rt 12 over Sipsey River Relief?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.