US Bridges

Stinnett Hollow R over Dement CR

Good

Limestone County, Alabama · SEC31 T1S R6W · Structure no. 005250

Built
1957
68 years old
Condition
Good
inspected June 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
33 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
158
2014 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Stinnett Hollow R over Dement CR is a concrete culvert carrying Stinnett Hollow R over Dement CR in Limestone County, Alabama. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 158 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 235 by 2034. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long and 34 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesStinnett Hollow R
CrossesDement CR
LocationSEC31 T1S R6W
RouteCounty Highway 52
StateAlabama
Coordinates34.90963, -87.20411
Functional classRural Minor 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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJune 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating41.7 US tons
Inventory rating25 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length33 ft (10.1 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width34 ft (10.4 m)
Roadway width33 ft (10 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic158 (2014)
Projected traffic235 by 2034
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$363,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Stinnett Hollow R over Dement CR built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.

What condition is Stinnett Hollow R over Dement CR 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 June 2024.

How much traffic does Stinnett Hollow R over Dement CR carry?

About 158 vehicles per day (2014 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Stinnett Hollow R over Dement CR?

The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 34 ft wide.

Who owns Stinnett Hollow R over Dement CR?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.