I 20 over Shades Creek
FairJefferson County, Alabama · I20 * Shades Creek · Structure no. 012502
- Built
- 1981
- 44 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 56 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 55,750
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I 20 over Shades Creek is a concrete culvert carrying I 20 over Shades Creek in Jefferson County, Alabama. It was built in 1981, so it is 44 years old, younger 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 55,750 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 67,355 by 2044. The structure is 56 ft (17.1 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 | 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 I 20 over Shades Creek built?
It was built in 1981, making it 44 years old in 2025.
What condition is I 20 over Shades 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does I 20 over Shades Creek carry?
About 55,750 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.
How long is I 20 over Shades Creek?
The structure is 56 ft (17.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns I 20 over Shades Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.