US Bridges

SR 52 MP 73.206 over Hurricane Creek

Good

Houston County, Alabama · 1.3 Mi.W.Houston 55 · Structure no. 012256

Built
1928
97 years old, rebuilt 1980
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,320
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 52 MP 73.206 over Hurricane Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 52 MP 73.206 over Hurricane Creek in Houston County, Alabama. It was built in 1928 and reconstructed in 1980, so it is 97 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 4,320 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,911 by 2033. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 52 MP 73.206
CrossesHurricane Creek
Location1.3 Mi.W.Houston 55
RouteState Highway 52
CountyHouston County
StateAlabama
Coordinates31.25607, -85.24623
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98 US tons
Inventory rating75.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,320 (2013)
Projected traffic5,911 by 2033
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$396,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 52 MP 73.206 over Hurricane Creek built?

It was built in 1928, making it 97 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1980.

What condition is SR 52 MP 73.206 over Hurricane 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does SR 52 MP 73.206 over Hurricane Creek carry?

About 4,320 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is SR 52 MP 73.206 over Hurricane Creek?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns SR 52 MP 73.206 over Hurricane Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.