Acton Road over Cahaba River Tributary
GoodJefferson County, Alabama · 0.1 MI S Cahaba Riverrd · Structure no. 011882
- Built
- 1977
- 48 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 29 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 17,600
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Acton Road over Cahaba River Tributary is a concrete culvert carrying Acton Road over Cahaba River Tributary in Jefferson County, Alabama. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 years old, younger 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 17,600 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 24,600 by 2044. The structure is 29 ft (8.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Acton Road over Cahaba River Tributary built?
It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.
What condition is Acton Road over Cahaba River Tributary 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does Acton Road over Cahaba River Tributary carry?
About 17,600 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Acton Road over Cahaba River Tributary?
The structure is 29 ft (8.9 m) long with a longest span of 9 ft (2.6 m).
Who owns Acton Road over Cahaba River Tributary?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.