Loch Haven RD over Little Shades Ck
GoodJefferson County, Alabama · Loch Haven RD * Lochhaven · Structure no. 010601
- Built
- 1971
- 54 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Channel Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 103 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,251
- 2022 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Loch Haven RD over Little Shades Ck is a concrete channel beam carrying Loch Haven RD over Little Shades Ck in Jefferson County, Alabama. It was built in 1971, so it is 54 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 1,251 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,242 by 2042. The structure is 103 ft (31.4 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Loch Haven RD over Little Shades Ck built?
It was built in 1971, making it 54 years old in 2025.
What condition is Loch Haven RD over Little Shades Ck 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does Loch Haven RD over Little Shades Ck carry?
About 1,251 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Loch Haven RD over Little Shades Ck?
The structure is 103 ft (31.4 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns Loch Haven RD over Little Shades Ck?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.