Cotton Rd. over Bell Creek
GoodFayette County, Alabama · 7.0 MI SE of Fayette · Structure no. 015011
- Built
- 1990
- 35 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 31 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 58
- 1996 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Cotton Rd. over Bell Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Cotton Rd. over Bell Creek in Fayette County, Alabama. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 58 vehicles a day, projected to reach 104 by 2030. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Cotton Rd. over Bell Creek built?
It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.
What condition is Cotton Rd. over Bell 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 January 2025.
How much traffic does Cotton Rd. over Bell Creek carry?
About 58 vehicles per day (1996 count).
How long is Cotton Rd. over Bell Creek?
The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Cotton Rd. over Bell Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.