AL-18 over Browns Mill Creek
GoodLamar County, Alabama · 2.2 MI W Fayette CO Line · Structure no. 013291
- Built
- 1984
- 41 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 48 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,592
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
AL-18 over Browns Mill Creek is a concrete culvert carrying AL-18 over Browns Mill Creek in Lamar County, Alabama. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 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 1,592 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,781 by 2040. The structure is 48 ft (14.6 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was AL-18 over Browns Mill Creek built?
It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.
What condition is AL-18 over Browns Mill 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does AL-18 over Browns Mill Creek carry?
About 1,592 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is AL-18 over Browns Mill Creek?
The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.5 m).
Who owns AL-18 over Browns Mill Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.