SR 13 over Small Creek
FairFranklin County, Alabama · 0.2 M S JCT SR 13 & SR 24 · Structure no. 005479
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old, rebuilt 1996
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 17,730
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 13 over Small Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 13 over Small Creek in Franklin County, Alabama. It was built in 1956 and reconstructed in 1996, so it is 69 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.
It carries about 17,730 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 22,775 by 2033. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 37.3 mi (60 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 13 over Small Creek built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1996.
What condition is SR 13 over Small 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does SR 13 over Small Creek carry?
About 17,730 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is SR 13 over Small Creek?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns SR 13 over Small Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.