County Road 68 over Bear Creek
GoodPosted for loadGeneva County, Alabama · 6 Mi. NE of Slocomb · Structure no. 007277
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 136 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 282
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
County Road 68 over Bear Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying County Road 68 over Bear Creek in Geneva County, Alabama. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 years old, older 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 282 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 392 by 2044. The structure is 136 ft (41.5 m) long and 23 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was County Road 68 over Bear Creek built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.
What condition is County Road 68 over 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does County Road 68 over Bear Creek carry?
About 282 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is County Road 68 over Bear Creek?
The structure is 136 ft (41.5 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m) and a deck 23 ft wide.
Who owns County Road 68 over Bear Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.