US Bridges

SR 69 over Powell Creek

Good

Marengo County, Alabama · 2.0 Mi. S. of Gallion · Structure no. 014064

Built
1987
38 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
54 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
860
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 69 over Powell Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 69 over Powell Creek in Marengo County, Alabama. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 860 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,118 by 2033. The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).

CarriesSR 69
CrossesPowell Creek
Location2.0 Mi. S. of Gallion
RouteState Highway 69
StateAlabama
Coordinates32.46053, -87.71099
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 inspectionSeptember 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 rating96 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length54 ft (16.5 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic860 (2013)
Projected traffic1,118 by 2033
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
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$996,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 69 over Powell Creek built?

It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 69 over Powell 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 September 2023.

How much traffic does SR 69 over Powell Creek carry?

About 860 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is SR 69 over Powell Creek?

The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns SR 69 over Powell Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.