US Bridges

Gulf States Pkwy over Millians Creek

Good

Hale County, Alabama · 2.0 Mi. W. of Guinea · Structure no. 017465

Built
1999
26 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
43 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
450
1900 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Gulf States Pkwy over Millians Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Gulf States Pkwy over Millians Creek in Hale County, Alabama. It was built in 1999, so it is 26 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 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 450 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 650 by 2032. The structure is 43 ft (13.2 m) long.

CarriesGulf States Pkwy
CrossesMillians Creek
Location2.0 Mi. W. of Guinea
RouteCounty Highway 0
StateAlabama
Coordinates32.95, -87.65
Functional classRural Local

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 inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating98 US tons
Inventory rating72.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length43 ft (13.2 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic450 (1900)
Projected traffic650 by 2032
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
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$570,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Gulf States Pkwy over Millians Creek built?

It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.

What condition is Gulf States Pkwy over Millians 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does Gulf States Pkwy over Millians Creek carry?

About 450 vehicles per day (1900 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is Gulf States Pkwy over Millians Creek?

The structure is 43 ft (13.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns Gulf States Pkwy over Millians Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.