CO RD 73 over Cedar Creek
FairHouston County, Alabama · CO RD 33 to CO RD 69 · Structure no. 009141
- Built
- 1966
- 59 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 42 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 456
- 2007 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CO RD 73 over Cedar Creek is a concrete culvert carrying CO RD 73 over Cedar Creek in Houston County, Alabama. It was built in 1966, so it is 59 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 456 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 400 by 2033. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was CO RD 73 over Cedar Creek built?
It was built in 1966, making it 59 years old in 2025.
What condition is CO RD 73 over Cedar 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does CO RD 73 over Cedar Creek carry?
About 456 vehicles per day (2007 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is CO RD 73 over Cedar Creek?
The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns CO RD 73 over Cedar Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.