US Bridges

Salem RD 33 TOCO4 over Creek

Good

Lowndes County, Alabama · 1 1/2 MI West of CO33 · Structure no. 014122

Built
1968
57 years old, rebuilt 1987
Condition
Good
inspected February 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
25 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
125
2003 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Salem RD 33 TOCO4 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Salem RD 33 TOCO4 over Creek in Lowndes County, Alabama. It was built in 1968 and reconstructed in 1987, so it is 57 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 125 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 160 by 2035. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).

CarriesSalem RD 33 TOCO4
CrossesCreek
Location1 1/2 MI West of CO33
RouteCounty Highway 0
StateAlabama
Coordinates32.05335, -86.5753
Functional classUrban 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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating76.7 US tons
Inventory rating46 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length25 ft (7.6 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic125 (2003)
Projected traffic160 by 2035
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.2 mi (18 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$375,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Salem RD 33 TOCO4 over Creek built?

It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1987.

What condition is Salem RD 33 TOCO4 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 February 2025.

How much traffic does Salem RD 33 TOCO4 over Creek carry?

About 125 vehicles per day (2003 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Salem RD 33 TOCO4 over Creek?

The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns Salem RD 33 TOCO4 over Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.