Bethabara Rd. over Hells Creek
FairFayette County, Alabama · 3.5MILES South of Bluff · Structure no. 014747
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old, rebuilt 1989
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 71
- 1996 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Bethabara Rd. over Hells Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Bethabara Rd. over Hells Creek in Fayette County, Alabama. It was built in 1964 and reconstructed in 1989, so it is 61 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 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 71 vehicles a day, projected to reach 81 by 2030. The structure is 32 ft (9.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Bethabara Rd. over Hells Creek built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1989.
What condition is Bethabara Rd. over Hells Creek 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does Bethabara Rd. over Hells Creek carry?
About 71 vehicles per day (1996 count).
How long is Bethabara Rd. over Hells Creek?
The structure is 32 ft (9.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Bethabara Rd. over Hells Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.