US Bridges

80th ST N over Village Creek

Fair

Jefferson County, Alabama · 80th ST N * Village Creek · Structure no. 002704

Built
1942
83 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
38 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,100
2018 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

80th ST N over Village Creek is a concrete culvert carrying 80th ST N over Village Creek in Jefferson County, Alabama. It was built in 1942, so it is 83 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 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 1,100 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,500 by 2038. The structure is 38 ft (11.5 m) long and 60 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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Carries80th ST N
CrossesVillage Creek
Location80th ST N * Village Creek
RouteCity Street 0
CountyJefferson County
StateAlabama
Coordinates33.56667, -86.72741
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating36 US tons
Inventory rating26 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length38 ft (11.5 m)
Longest span17 ft (5.3 m)
Deck width60 ft (18.3 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,100 (2018)
Projected traffic1,500 by 2038
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$464,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was 80th ST N over Village Creek built?

It was built in 1942, making it 83 years old in 2025.

What condition is 80th ST N over Village 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does 80th ST N over Village Creek carry?

About 1,100 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is 80th ST N over Village Creek?

The structure is 38 ft (11.5 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.3 m) and a deck 60 ft wide.

Who owns 80th ST N over Village Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.