Al - 5 South over Valley Creek
FairJefferson County, Alabama · US 11 * Valley Ck · Structure no. 001404
- Built
- 1936
- 89 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 104 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 19,278
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Al - 5 South over Valley Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying Al - 5 South over Valley Creek in Jefferson County, Alabama. It was built in 1936, so it is 89 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. Its operating status is: open, would be posted or closed except for temporary shoring.
It carries about 19,278 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 28,917 by 2043. The structure is 104 ft (31.7 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Al - 5 South over Valley Creek built?
It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025.
What condition is Al - 5 South over Valley 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does Al - 5 South over Valley Creek carry?
About 19,278 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Al - 5 South over Valley Creek?
The structure is 104 ft (31.7 m) long with a longest span of 35 ft (10.7 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns Al - 5 South over Valley Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.