US Bridges

CO RD 125 over Tubbs Creek Tributary

Good

Greene County, Alabama · 1.1 MI N Ala HWY 39 · Structure no. 005872

Built
1957
68 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
117
1995 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

CO RD 125 over Tubbs Creek Tributary is a concrete culvert carrying CO RD 125 over Tubbs Creek Tributary in Greene County, Alabama. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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.

It carries about 117 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 132 by 2031. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).

CarriesCO RD 125
CrossesTubbs Creek Tributary
Location1.1 MI N Ala HWY 39
RouteCounty Highway 21
StateAlabama
Coordinates32.89, -88.08
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating84.2 US tons
Inventory rating50.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.6 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic117 (1995)
Projected traffic132 by 2031
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.2 mi (18 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$661,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was CO RD 125 over Tubbs Creek Tributary built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.

What condition is CO RD 125 over Tubbs Creek Tributary 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does CO RD 125 over Tubbs Creek Tributary carry?

About 117 vehicles per day (1995 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is CO RD 125 over Tubbs Creek Tributary?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns CO RD 125 over Tubbs Creek Tributary?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.