Johns Road over Valley Creek Tributary
GoodJefferson County, Alabama · 100 West Valley Creek · Structure no. 017588
- Built
- 1999
- 26 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 23 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,935
- 2023 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Johns Road over Valley Creek Tributary is a concrete culvert carrying Johns Road over Valley Creek Tributary in Jefferson County, Alabama. It was built in 1999, so it is 26 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 4,935 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,925 by 2043. The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.3 mi (31 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Johns Road over Valley Creek Tributary built?
It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.
What condition is Johns Road over Valley 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does Johns Road over Valley Creek Tributary carry?
About 4,935 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is Johns Road over Valley Creek Tributary?
The structure is 23 ft (6.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Johns Road over Valley Creek Tributary?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.