US Bridges

Snowville-Brent RD over Black Warrior R Tributar

Good

Jefferson County, Alabama · 2 MI SW US 78 · Structure no. 016914

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,051
2025 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Snowville-Brent RD over Black Warrior R Tributar is a concrete culvert carrying Snowville-Brent RD over Black Warrior R Tributar in Jefferson County, Alabama. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 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 2,051 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,550 by 2045. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesSnowville-Brent RD
CrossesBlack Warrior R Tributar
Location2 MI SW US 78
RouteCounty Highway 147
StateAlabama
Coordinates33.69775, -87.02237
Functional classRural Minor 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 inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating77.1 US tons
Inventory rating46.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.3 m)
Roadway width42 ft (12.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,051 (2025)
Projected traffic2,550 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$339,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Snowville-Brent RD over Black Warrior R Tributar built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is Snowville-Brent RD over Black Warrior R Tributar 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 Snowville-Brent RD over Black Warrior R Tributar carry?

About 2,051 vehicles per day (2025 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Snowville-Brent RD over Black Warrior R Tributar?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns Snowville-Brent RD over Black Warrior R Tributar?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.