County Route 63 over Chewacla Creek
GoodClosed to trafficMacon County, Alabama · S1/2 S36 T17 R24 · Structure no. 019295
- Built
- 1991
- 34 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2020
- Type
- Channel Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 102 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 115
- 2005 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
County Route 63 over Chewacla Creek is a concrete channel beam carrying County Route 63 over Chewacla Creek in Macon County, Alabama. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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. Its operating status is: closed to all traffic.
It carries about 115 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 150 by 2030. The structure is 102 ft (31.1 m) long and 24 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was County Route 63 over Chewacla Creek built?
It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.
What condition is County Route 63 over Chewacla 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 June 2020.
How much traffic does County Route 63 over Chewacla Creek carry?
About 115 vehicles per day (2005 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is County Route 63 over Chewacla Creek?
The structure is 102 ft (31.1 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m) and a deck 24 ft wide.
Who owns County Route 63 over Chewacla Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.