Hickory Grove RD over Gum Slough Branch
GoodHouston County, Alabama · Al 53 to CO RD 81 · Structure no. 009759
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 48 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 295
- 1993 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Hickory Grove RD over Gum Slough Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Hickory Grove RD over Gum Slough Branch in Houston County, Alabama. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 295 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 530 by 2033. The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Hickory Grove RD over Gum Slough Branch built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is Hickory Grove RD over Gum Slough 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does Hickory Grove RD over Gum Slough Branch carry?
About 295 vehicles per day (1993 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is Hickory Grove RD over Gum Slough Branch?
The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Hickory Grove RD over Gum Slough Branch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.