Fernbank RD over Brushy Creek
GoodLamar County, Alabama · 3.9 Mi. W. Hwy. 17 · Structure no. 005420
- Built
- 1956
- 69 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 190
- 2016 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Fernbank RD over Brushy Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Fernbank RD over Brushy Creek in Lamar County, Alabama. It was built in 1956, so it is 69 years old, older 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 190 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 282 by 2036. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 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 Fernbank RD over Brushy Creek built?
It was built in 1956, making it 69 years old in 2025.
What condition is Fernbank RD over Brushy Creek 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does Fernbank RD over Brushy Creek carry?
About 190 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is Fernbank RD over Brushy Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Fernbank RD over Brushy Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.