Cavern Road over Cahaba River Tributary
GoodJefferson County, Alabama · 0.2MI N Old Springville · Structure no. 016688
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 22 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,508
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Cavern Road over Cahaba River Tributary is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Cavern Road over Cahaba River Tributary in Jefferson County, Alabama. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 1,508 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,110 by 2044. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 22 ft wide. 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 Cavern Road over Cahaba River Tributary built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is Cavern Road over Cahaba River 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does Cavern Road over Cahaba River Tributary carry?
About 1,508 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Cavern Road over Cahaba River Tributary?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3.2 m) and a deck 22 ft wide.
Who owns Cavern Road over Cahaba River Tributary?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.