US Bridges

Davis RD 263-185 over Creek

Fair

Lowndes County, Alabama · 4 MI West of Al 185 · Structure no. 015517

Built
1992
33 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
52 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
130
2003 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Davis RD 263-185 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Davis RD 263-185 over Creek in Lowndes County, Alabama. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 130 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 160 by 2028. The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).

CarriesDavis RD 263-185
CrossesCreek
Location4 MI West of Al 185
RouteCounty Highway 0
StateAlabama
Coordinates31.99721, -86.66624
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating82.5 US tons
Inventory rating49.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length52 ft (15.8 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 traffic130 (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$603,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Davis RD 263-185 over Creek built?

It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.

What condition is Davis RD 263-185 over Creek 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 February 2025.

How much traffic does Davis RD 263-185 over Creek carry?

About 130 vehicles per day (2003 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Davis RD 263-185 over Creek?

The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns Davis RD 263-185 over Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.