SR 53 over Creek
FairLimestone County, Alabama · 3 M S JCT SR53 & SR251 · Structure no. 005944
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 59 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,300
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 53 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 53 over Creek 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 fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 7,300 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,489 by 2033. The structure is 59 ft (18 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 53 over Creek built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 53 over Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in August 2024.
How much traffic does SR 53 over Creek carry?
About 7,300 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is SR 53 over Creek?
The structure is 59 ft (18 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns SR 53 over Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.