US Bridges

US 29 over Persimmon Creek

Fair

Macon County, Alabama · 8.3 Mi.N.Of Ft.Davis · Structure no. 013281

Built
1984
41 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
39 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,690
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 29 over Persimmon Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying US 29 over Persimmon Creek in Macon County, Alabama. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 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 5 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 2,690 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,666 by 2033. The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 29
CrossesPersimmon Creek
Location8.3 Mi.N.Of Ft.Davis
RouteU.S. Route 29
CountyMacon County
StateAlabama
Coordinates32.35151, -85.66144
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating98 US tons
Inventory rating64.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length39 ft (11.9 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 traffic2,690 (2013)
Projected traffic3,666 by 2033
Trucks9%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$1 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 29 over Persimmon Creek built?

It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 29 over Persimmon 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does US 29 over Persimmon Creek carry?

About 2,690 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.

How long is US 29 over Persimmon Creek?

The structure is 39 ft (11.9 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns US 29 over Persimmon Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.