US Bridges

Salem RD 33 TOCO4 over Fort Deposit Creek

Good

Lowndes County, Alabama · 2 MI West of CO 33 · Structure no. 014132

Built
1987
38 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
38 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
115
2003 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Salem RD 33 TOCO4 over Fort Deposit Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Salem RD 33 TOCO4 over Fort Deposit Creek in Lowndes County, Alabama. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 115 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 160 by 2035. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).

CarriesSalem RD 33 TOCO4
CrossesFort Deposit Creek
Location2 MI West of CO 33
RouteCounty Highway 0
StateAlabama
Coordinates32.05356, -86.5766
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 protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
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 rating71.5 US tons
Inventory rating42.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length38 ft (11.6 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 traffic115 (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$490,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Salem RD 33 TOCO4 over Fort Deposit Creek built?

It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.

What condition is Salem RD 33 TOCO4 over Fort Deposit 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 Fort Deposit Creek carry?

About 115 vehicles per day (2003 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Salem RD 33 TOCO4 over Fort Deposit Creek?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns Salem RD 33 TOCO4 over Fort Deposit Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.