Fletcher Road over Shades Creek Tributary
GoodJefferson County, Alabama · 1.0 MI SW Lou George Loop · Structure no. 018565
- Built
- 2001
- 24 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 48 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 528
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Fletcher Road over Shades Creek Tributary is a concrete culvert carrying Fletcher Road over Shades Creek Tributary in Jefferson County, Alabama. It was built in 2001, so it is 24 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 528 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 775 by 2044. The structure is 48 ft (14.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Fletcher Road over Shades Creek Tributary built?
It was built in 2001, making it 24 years old in 2025.
What condition is Fletcher Road over Shades 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 Fletcher Road over Shades Creek Tributary carry?
About 528 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Fletcher Road over Shades Creek Tributary?
The structure is 48 ft (14.7 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m).
Who owns Fletcher Road over Shades Creek Tributary?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.