SR 36 over Sheats Creek
GoodLawrence County, Alabama · 1 MI W JCT SR36 & SR157 · Structure no. 003745
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,040
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 36 over Sheats Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 36 over Sheats Creek in Lawrence County, Alabama. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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 1,040 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,259 by 2033. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 SR 36 over Sheats Creek built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 36 over Sheats 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does SR 36 over Sheats Creek carry?
About 1,040 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is SR 36 over Sheats Creek?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns SR 36 over Sheats Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.