Powell Road over Oakland Spring Br
GoodLimestone County, Alabama · SEC2 T4S R3W · Structure no. 005187
- Built
- 1955
- 70 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,968
- 2017 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Powell Road over Oakland Spring Br is a concrete culvert carrying Powell Road over Oakland Spring Br in Limestone County, Alabama. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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 1,968 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,042 by 2039. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long and 32 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 Powell Road over Oakland Spring Br built?
It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.
What condition is Powell Road over Oakland Spring Br 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 2024.
How much traffic does Powell Road over Oakland Spring Br carry?
About 1,968 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Powell Road over Oakland Spring Br?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 32 ft wide.
Who owns Powell Road over Oakland Spring Br?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.