SR 53 over Ham Creek
GoodMadison County, Alabama · 9 MI N JCT US 72 · Structure no. 018812
- Built
- 2012
- 13 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 73 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 16,931
- 2022 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 53 over Ham Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 53 over Ham Creek in Madison County, Alabama. It was built in 2012, so it is 13 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 16,931 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 23,703 by 2042. The structure is 73 ft (22.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 53 over Ham Creek built?
It was built in 2012, making it 13 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 53 over Ham 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does SR 53 over Ham Creek carry?
About 16,931 vehicles per day (2022 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is SR 53 over Ham Creek?
The structure is 73 ft (22.1 m) long with a longest span of 17 ft (5.2 m).
Who owns SR 53 over Ham Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.