Louie Shelley Roa over Sandy Creek Branch
GoodHenry County, Alabama · Rc.Br.Culvt. on Pavrd. 70 · Structure no. 006860
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 31 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 119
- 2020 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Louie Shelley Roa over Sandy Creek Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Louie Shelley Roa over Sandy Creek Branch in Henry County, Alabama. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 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 119 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 143 by 2040. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Louie Shelley Roa over Sandy Creek Branch built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is Louie Shelley Roa over Sandy Creek Branch 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 January 2025.
How much traffic does Louie Shelley Roa over Sandy Creek Branch carry?
About 119 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is Louie Shelley Roa over Sandy Creek Branch?
The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Louie Shelley Roa over Sandy Creek Branch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.