Carson Road over Black Creek Tributary
GoodJefferson County, Alabama · 100 S Yarbrough RD · Structure no. 016691
- Built
- 1979
- 46 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 17,505
- 2025 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Carson Road over Black Creek Tributary is a concrete culvert carrying Carson Road over Black Creek Tributary in Jefferson County, Alabama. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 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 17,505 vehicles a day, roughly 22% of them trucks, projected to reach 24,500 by 2045. The structure is 26 ft (7.9 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 Carson Road over Black Creek Tributary built?
It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.
What condition is Carson Road over Black 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 January 2025.
How much traffic does Carson Road over Black Creek Tributary carry?
About 17,505 vehicles per day (2025 count), of which roughly 22% are trucks.
How long is Carson Road over Black Creek Tributary?
The structure is 26 ft (7.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.6 m).
Who owns Carson Road over Black Creek Tributary?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.