Palos Circle over Falls Creek
FairJefferson County, Alabama · 1 MI E Porter Road · Structure no. 014649
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 58
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Palos Circle over Falls Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Palos Circle over Falls Creek in Jefferson County, Alabama. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 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 58 vehicles a day, projected to reach 100 by 2044. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 Palos Circle over Falls Creek built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is Palos Circle over Falls 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 November 2024.
How much traffic does Palos Circle over Falls Creek carry?
About 58 vehicles per day (2024 count).
How long is Palos Circle over Falls Creek?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Palos Circle over Falls Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.