US Bridges

Old Springville RD over Turkey Creek Tributary

Good

Jefferson County, Alabama · 1.5 MI N Chalkville JCT · Structure no. 018104

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
49 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
10,355
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Old Springville RD over Turkey Creek Tributary is a concrete continuous culvert carrying Old Springville RD over Turkey Creek Tributary in Jefferson County, Alabama. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 10,355 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 15,310 by 2044. The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

CarriesOld Springville RD
CrossesTurkey Creek Tributary
Location1.5 MI N Chalkville JCT
RouteCounty Highway 30
StateAlabama
Coordinates33.67423, -86.63428
Functional classRural Major 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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating98 US tons
Inventory rating88.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length49 ft (14.9 m)
Longest span24 ft (7.3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,355 (2024)
Projected traffic15,310 by 2044
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 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$1.7 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Old Springville RD over Turkey Creek Tributary built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is Old Springville RD over Turkey 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 2024.

How much traffic does Old Springville RD over Turkey Creek Tributary carry?

About 10,355 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Old Springville RD over Turkey Creek Tributary?

The structure is 49 ft (14.9 m) long with a longest span of 24 ft (7.3 m).

Who owns Old Springville RD over Turkey Creek Tributary?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.