CO RD 15 over Sinking Creek
GoodLauderdale County, Alabama · 1.4 MI S Int CO RD 14 · Structure no. 017411
- Built
- 1998
- 27 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 38 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 202
- 1989 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CO RD 15 over Sinking Creek is a concrete culvert carrying CO RD 15 over Sinking Creek in Lauderdale County, Alabama. It was built in 1998, so it is 27 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 202 vehicles a day, projected to reach 300 by 2030. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long and 33 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.8 mi (11 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 CO RD 15 over Sinking Creek built?
It was built in 1998, making it 27 years old in 2025.
What condition is CO RD 15 over Sinking 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does CO RD 15 over Sinking Creek carry?
About 202 vehicles per day (1989 count).
How long is CO RD 15 over Sinking Creek?
The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.6 m) and a deck 33 ft wide.
Who owns CO RD 15 over Sinking Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.