CO RD 42 over Town Creek
GoodFranklin County, Alabama · 0.5 MI E JCT US 43 · Structure no. 012794
- Built
- 1982
- 43 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 440
- 1986 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CO RD 42 over Town Creek is a concrete culvert carrying CO RD 42 over Town Creek in Franklin County, Alabama. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 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 440 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 781 by 2032. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was CO RD 42 over Town Creek built?
It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.
What condition is CO RD 42 over Town 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 September 2023.
How much traffic does CO RD 42 over Town Creek carry?
About 440 vehicles per day (1986 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is CO RD 42 over Town Creek?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns CO RD 42 over Town Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.