SR 53 over Creek
GoodMadison County, Alabama · .2 MI S JCT Al 255 · Structure no. 005946
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old, rebuilt 2006
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 36 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 25,986
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 53 over Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 53 over Creek in Madison County, Alabama. It was built in 1957 and reconstructed in 2006, so it is 68 years old, older 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 25,986 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 36,380 by 2042. The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 53 over Creek built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2006.
What condition is SR 53 over 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 December 2023.
How much traffic does SR 53 over Creek carry?
About 25,986 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is SR 53 over Creek?
The structure is 36 ft (11 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns SR 53 over Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.