Old 431 HWY over Rich Creek
GoodMadison County, Alabama · Owen X Roads · Structure no. 016708
- Built
- 1945
- 80 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 33 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,500
- 1996 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Old 431 HWY over Rich Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Old 431 HWY over Rich Creek in Madison County, Alabama. It was built in 1945, so it is 80 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 1,500 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,000 by 2035. The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long and 28 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Old 431 HWY over Rich Creek built?
It was built in 1945, making it 80 years old in 2025.
What condition is Old 431 HWY over Rich 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does Old 431 HWY over Rich Creek carry?
About 1,500 vehicles per day (1996 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Old 431 HWY over Rich Creek?
The structure is 33 ft (10.1 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m) and a deck 28 ft wide.
Who owns Old 431 HWY over Rich Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.