5th Avenue South over Shades Ck
FairJefferson County, Alabama · 5 TH Ave S. near 28th ST · Structure no. 009737
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 50 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 500
- 2024 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
5th Avenue South over Shades Ck is a concrete culvert carrying 5th Avenue South over Shades Ck in Jefferson County, Alabama. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 500 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 750 by 2044. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long and 40 ft wide. 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 5th Avenue South over Shades Ck built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is 5th Avenue South over Shades Ck 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 2024.
How much traffic does 5th Avenue South over Shades Ck carry?
About 500 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is 5th Avenue South over Shades Ck?
The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.
Who owns 5th Avenue South over Shades Ck?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.