US Bridges

Morris-Majestic RD over Turkey Creek Tributary

Good

Jefferson County, Alabama · 2.25 MI NW Newcastle RD · Structure no. 016677

Built
1950
75 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
44 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,173
2025 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Morris-Majestic RD over Turkey Creek Tributary is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Morris-Majestic RD over Turkey Creek Tributary in Jefferson County, Alabama. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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 4,173 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,600 by 2045. The structure is 44 ft (13.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesMorris-Majestic RD
CrossesTurkey Creek Tributary
Location2.25 MI NW Newcastle RD
RouteCounty Highway 638
StateAlabama
Coordinates33.74865, -86.76025
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2025
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 rating68.9 US tons
Inventory rating41.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length44 ft (13.3 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,173 (2025)
Projected traffic5,600 by 2045
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$701,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Morris-Majestic RD over Turkey Creek Tributary built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.

What condition is Morris-Majestic RD over Turkey Creek 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 February 2025.

How much traffic does Morris-Majestic RD over Turkey Creek Tributary carry?

About 4,173 vehicles per day (2025 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Morris-Majestic RD over Turkey Creek Tributary?

The structure is 44 ft (13.3 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).

Who owns Morris-Majestic RD over Turkey Creek Tributary?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.