Old Tuscaloosa HWY over Fivemile Creek Tributary
GoodJefferson County, Alabama · 1000 SW I-459 · Structure no. 016680
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 40 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,400
- 2023 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Old Tuscaloosa HWY over Fivemile Creek Tributary is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Old Tuscaloosa HWY over Fivemile 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 6,400 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,875 by 2043. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Old Tuscaloosa HWY over Fivemile Creek Tributary built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.
What condition is Old Tuscaloosa HWY over Fivemile 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does Old Tuscaloosa HWY over Fivemile Creek Tributary carry?
About 6,400 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Old Tuscaloosa HWY over Fivemile Creek Tributary?
The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Old Tuscaloosa HWY over Fivemile Creek Tributary?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.