US 80 Wbl over Big Swamp Creek Relief
FairLowndes County, Alabama · 4.7 Mi. W. of Lowndesboro · Structure no. 011606
- Built
- 1976
- 49 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 170 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 4,275
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 80 Wbl over Big Swamp Creek Relief is a concrete tee beam carrying US 80 Wbl over Big Swamp Creek Relief in Lowndes County, Alabama. It was built in 1976, so it is 49 years old, younger 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 4,275 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,590 by 2033. The structure is 170 ft (51.8 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 80 Wbl over Big Swamp Creek Relief built?
It was built in 1976, making it 49 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 80 Wbl over Big Swamp Creek Relief 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 December 2023.
How much traffic does US 80 Wbl over Big Swamp Creek Relief carry?
About 4,275 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US 80 Wbl over Big Swamp Creek Relief?
The structure is 170 ft (51.8 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.
Who owns US 80 Wbl over Big Swamp Creek Relief?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.