US Bridges

SR 10 over Hodgens Creek Rel.

Good

Marengo County, Alabama · 2.6 Mi. W. of Sweetwater · Structure no. 013256

Built
1984
41 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
32 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
2,990
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 10 over Hodgens Creek Rel. is a concrete culvert carrying SR 10 over Hodgens Creek Rel. in Marengo County, Alabama. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 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 2,990 vehicles a day, roughly 23% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,894 by 2033. The structure is 32 ft (9.9 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 10
CrossesHodgens Creek Rel.
Location2.6 Mi. W. of Sweetwater
RouteState Highway 10
CountyMarengo County
StateAlabama
Coordinates32.0901, -87.89003
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98 US tons
Inventory rating69.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length32 ft (9.9 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,990 (2013)
Projected traffic3,894 by 2033
Trucks23%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed11.2 mi (18 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$677,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 10 over Hodgens Creek Rel. built?

It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 10 over Hodgens Creek Rel. 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does SR 10 over Hodgens Creek Rel. carry?

About 2,990 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 23% are trucks.

How long is SR 10 over Hodgens Creek Rel.?

The structure is 32 ft (9.9 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns SR 10 over Hodgens Creek Rel.?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.