US Bridges

Medaris RD over Pinhook Creek

Good

Madison County, Alabama · 2305 Medaris RD · Structure no. 011289

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
38 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
4,180
2017 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Medaris RD over Pinhook Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Medaris RD over Pinhook Creek in Madison County, Alabama. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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.

It carries about 4,180 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,231 by 2043. The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long and 49 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesMedaris RD
CrossesPinhook Creek
Location2305 Medaris RD
RouteCity Street 0
StateAlabama
Coordinates34.78759, -86.59704
Functional classUrban Local

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating87.6 US tons
Inventory rating52.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length38 ft (11.6 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width49 ft (14.8 m)
Roadway width49 ft (14.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,180 (2017)
Projected traffic6,231 by 2043
Trucks1%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$664,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Medaris RD over Pinhook Creek built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.

What condition is Medaris RD over Pinhook 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does Medaris RD over Pinhook Creek carry?

About 4,180 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.

How long is Medaris RD over Pinhook Creek?

The structure is 38 ft (11.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 49 ft wide.

Who owns Medaris RD over Pinhook Creek?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.