US Bridges

Golson RD 185-37 over Creek

Good

Lowndes County, Alabama · 2 MI North of Al 185 · Structure no. 009028

Built
1993
32 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
37 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
110
2003 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Golson RD 185-37 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Golson RD 185-37 over Creek in Lowndes County, Alabama. It was built in 1993, so it is 32 years old, younger 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 110 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 140 by 2028. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 km).

CarriesGolson RD 185-37
CrossesCreek
Location2 MI North of Al 185
RouteCounty Highway 0
StateAlabama
Coordinates32.01108, -86.51106
Functional classRural Local

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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
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 adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating98 US tons
Inventory rating88.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length37 ft (11.3 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 traffic110 (2003)
Projected traffic140 by 2028
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed16.2 mi (26 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$550,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Golson RD 185-37 over Creek built?

It was built in 1993, making it 32 years old in 2025.

What condition is Golson RD 185-37 over 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 Golson RD 185-37 over Creek carry?

About 110 vehicles per day (2003 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Golson RD 185-37 over Creek?

The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Golson RD 185-37 over Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.