Co. Rd. 23 over Big Bear Creek
GoodFranklin County, Alabama · 2.0 MI S. Jct. SR24 · Structure no. 018975
- Built
- 2004
- 21 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 477 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 806
- 2003 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Co. Rd. 23 over Big Bear Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Co. Rd. 23 over Big Bear Creek in Franklin County, Alabama. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 806 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,402 by 2031. The structure is 477 ft (145.3 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Co. Rd. 23 over Big Bear Creek built?
It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.
What condition is Co. Rd. 23 over Big Bear 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does Co. Rd. 23 over Big Bear Creek carry?
About 806 vehicles per day (2003 count).
How long is Co. Rd. 23 over Big Bear Creek?
The structure is 477 ft (145.3 m) long with a longest span of 135 ft (41.1 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns Co. Rd. 23 over Big Bear Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.