US Bridges

Davis RD 263-185 over Beaver Creek

Good

Lowndes County, Alabama · 5 MI West of Al 185 · Structure no. 014133

Built
1987
38 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
36 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
135
2003 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Davis RD 263-185 over Beaver Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Davis RD 263-185 over Beaver 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 135 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 160 by 2028. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).

CarriesDavis RD 263-185
CrossesBeaver Creek
Location5 MI West of Al 185
RouteCounty Highway 0
StateAlabama
Coordinates31.99828, -86.66767
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 adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating51.1 US tons
Inventory rating30.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length36 ft (11 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 traffic135 (2003)
Projected traffic160 by 2028
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$472,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Davis RD 263-185 over Beaver Creek built?

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

What condition is Davis RD 263-185 over Beaver 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 Davis RD 263-185 over Beaver Creek carry?

About 135 vehicles per day (2003 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Davis RD 263-185 over Beaver Creek?

The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns Davis RD 263-185 over Beaver Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.