Al 69 over Gile Creek
FairHale County, Alabama · 2.4 MI N of Havana · Structure no. 000677
- Built
- 1929
- 96 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 31 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,960
- 2016 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Al 69 over Gile Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Al 69 over Gile Creek in Hale County, Alabama. It was built in 1929, so it is 96 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 7,960 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,347 by 2041. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 21.1 mi (34 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Al 69 over Gile Creek built?
It was built in 1929, making it 96 years old in 2025.
What condition is Al 69 over Gile 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 December 2023.
How much traffic does Al 69 over Gile Creek carry?
About 7,960 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is Al 69 over Gile Creek?
The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Al 69 over Gile Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.