US 43 over Ut to Needham Creek
FairGreene County, Alabama · 2.0 MI N Forkland · Structure no. 003161
- Built
- 1931
- 94 years old, rebuilt 1948
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,930
- 2016 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 43 over Ut to Needham Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 43 over Ut to Needham Creek in Greene County, Alabama. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 1948, so it is 94 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 6 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 2,930 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,764 by 2044. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 34.2 mi (55 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 43 over Ut to Needham Creek built?
It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1948.
What condition is US 43 over Ut to Needham 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does US 43 over Ut to Needham Creek carry?
About 2,930 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.
How long is US 43 over Ut to Needham Creek?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.2 m).
Who owns US 43 over Ut to Needham Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.