US Bridges

Flynn Road over L. Choctawhatchee River

Good

Houston County, Alabama · 0.7 Mi. E. Napier F. Road · Structure no. 008254

Built
1964
61 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
38 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,095
1999 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Flynn Road over L. Choctawhatchee River is a concrete culvert carrying Flynn Road over L. Choctawhatchee River in Houston County, Alabama. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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 4,095 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,025 by 2042. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesFlynn Road
CrossesL. Choctawhatchee River
Location0.7 Mi. E. Napier F. Road
RouteCity Street 0
StateAlabama
Coordinates31.27205, -85.43477
Functional classUrban 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 inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating57.4 US tons
Inventory rating34.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length38 ft (11.6 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 traffic4,095 (1999)
Projected traffic6,025 by 2042
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$408,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Flynn Road over L. Choctawhatchee River built?

It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.

What condition is Flynn Road over L. Choctawhatchee River 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does Flynn Road over L. Choctawhatchee River carry?

About 4,095 vehicles per day (1999 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Flynn Road over L. Choctawhatchee River?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns Flynn Road over L. Choctawhatchee River?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.