US Bridges

Mcadory School RD over Creek

Good

Jefferson County, Alabama · 1000 E Old Tusc HWY · Structure no. 013073

Built
1983
42 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
32 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,180
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Mcadory School RD over Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Mcadory School RD over Creek in Jefferson County, Alabama. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 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 5,180 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,275 by 2044. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesMcadory School RD
CrossesCreek
Location1000 E Old Tusc HWY
RouteCounty Highway 451
StateAlabama
Coordinates33.33488, -87.01115
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating95.6 US tons
Inventory rating57.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length32 ft (9.8 m)
Longest span10 ft (3.2 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,180 (2024)
Projected traffic7,275 by 2044
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$801,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Mcadory School RD over Creek built?

It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mcadory School RD over Creek 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does Mcadory School RD over Creek carry?

About 5,180 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Mcadory School RD over Creek?

The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.2 m).

Who owns Mcadory School RD over Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.