US Bridges

CR 460 over Borden Creek

Good

Lawrence County, Alabama · 2.7 MI E JCT SR 101 · Structure no. 000510

Built
1928
97 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
5,830
2000 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

CR 460 over Borden Creek is a concrete culvert carrying CR 460 over Borden Creek in Lawrence County, Alabama. It was built in 1928, so it is 97 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 5,830 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,550 by 2033. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

CarriesCR 460
CrossesBorden Creek
Location2.7 MI E JCT SR 101
RouteCounty Highway 460
StateAlabama
Coordinates34.47667, -87.38
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating55.4 US tons
Inventory rating33.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,830 (2000)
Projected traffic9,550 by 2033
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$396,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was CR 460 over Borden Creek built?

It was built in 1928, making it 97 years old in 2025.

What condition is CR 460 over Borden 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 January 2025.

How much traffic does CR 460 over Borden Creek carry?

About 5,830 vehicles per day (2000 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is CR 460 over Borden Creek?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns CR 460 over Borden Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.