Deodara DR over Lake Drainage
FairJefferson County, Alabama · Deodara DR * Starlake DR · Structure no. 008429
- Built
- 1964
- 61 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 24 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,723
- 2024 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Deodara DR over Lake Drainage is a concrete culvert carrying Deodara DR over Lake Drainage in Jefferson County, Alabama. It was built in 1964, so it is 61 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.
It carries about 3,723 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,881 by 2044. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Deodara DR over Lake Drainage built?
It was built in 1964, making it 61 years old in 2025.
What condition is Deodara DR over Lake Drainage 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does Deodara DR over Lake Drainage carry?
About 3,723 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Deodara DR over Lake Drainage?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).
Who owns Deodara DR over Lake Drainage?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.