CO RD 26 over Cowarts Creek
GoodHouston County, Alabama · Ashford to US 84 · Structure no. 014566
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 30 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 655
- 1992 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CO RD 26 over Cowarts Creek is a concrete culvert carrying CO RD 26 over Cowarts Creek in Houston County, Alabama. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 years old, younger 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 655 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,000 by 2033. The structure is 30 ft (9.1 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 | 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 CO RD 26 over Cowarts Creek built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is CO RD 26 over Cowarts 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does CO RD 26 over Cowarts Creek carry?
About 655 vehicles per day (1992 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is CO RD 26 over Cowarts Creek?
The structure is 30 ft (9.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns CO RD 26 over Cowarts Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.