Princeton Parkway over Valley Creek
GoodJefferson County, Alabama · Princeton Pkwy * Woodland · Structure no. 000283
- Built
- 1925
- 100 years old, rebuilt 1992
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 67 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,000
- 2016 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Princeton Parkway over Valley Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Princeton Parkway over Valley Creek in Jefferson County, Alabama. It was built in 1925 and reconstructed in 1992, so it is 100 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 8,000 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,000 by 2036. The structure is 67 ft (20.4 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 Princeton Parkway over Valley Creek built?
It was built in 1925, making it 100 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1992.
What condition is Princeton Parkway over Valley 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does Princeton Parkway over Valley Creek carry?
About 8,000 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Princeton Parkway over Valley Creek?
The structure is 67 ft (20.4 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m).
Who owns Princeton Parkway over Valley Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.