US Bridges

SR 64 over Richardson Creek

Fair

Lauderdale County, Alabama · 2.3 M E JCT SR 64 & SR 13 · Structure no. 013343

Built
1984
41 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
77 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
2,480
2024 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 64 over Richardson Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 64 over Richardson Creek in Lauderdale 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 2,480 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,400 by 2033. The structure is 77 ft (23.5 m) long and 49 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 64
CrossesRichardson Creek
Location2.3 M E JCT SR 64 & SR 13
RouteState Highway 64
CountyLauderdale County
StateAlabama
Coordinates34.93974, -87.49377
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating68 US tons
Inventory rating41 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length77 ft (23.5 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width49 ft (14.9 m)
Roadway width46 ft (14 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,480 (2024)
Projected traffic3,400 by 2033
Trucks8%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.3 mi (23 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$1.3 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 64 over Richardson Creek built?

It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 64 over Richardson Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.

How much traffic does SR 64 over Richardson Creek carry?

About 2,480 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.

How long is SR 64 over Richardson Creek?

The structure is 77 ft (23.5 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 49 ft wide.

Who owns SR 64 over Richardson Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.