CO RD 53 over Miles Creek
FairMacon County, Alabama · 4.6 Mi. W. I-85 · Structure no. 004395
- Built
- 1952
- 73 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 43 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 400
- 2016 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CO RD 53 over Miles Creek is a concrete culvert carrying CO RD 53 over Miles Creek in Macon County, Alabama. It was built in 1952, so it is 73 years old, older 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 400 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 500 by 2036. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).
Location
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was CO RD 53 over Miles Creek built?
It was built in 1952, making it 73 years old in 2025.
What condition is CO RD 53 over Miles 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does CO RD 53 over Miles Creek carry?
About 400 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.
How long is CO RD 53 over Miles Creek?
The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns CO RD 53 over Miles Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.