US Bridges

SR 25 over Cottonwood Creek

Good

Marengo County, Alabama · 1 Mi. N. of Funsoale · Structure no. 014873

Built
1989
36 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
68 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,610
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 25 over Cottonwood Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 25 over Cottonwood Creek in Marengo County, Alabama. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 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 1,610 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,135 by 2033. The structure is 68 ft (20.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 km).

CarriesSR 25
CrossesCottonwood Creek
Location1 Mi. N. of Funsoale
RouteState Highway 25
StateAlabama
Coordinates32.47968, -87.59488
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating61.5 US tons
Inventory rating36.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length68 ft (20.7 m)
Longest span16 ft (4.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,610 (2013)
Projected traffic2,135 by 2033
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed13 mi (21 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$1.2 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 25 over Cottonwood Creek built?

It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 25 over Cottonwood 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does SR 25 over Cottonwood Creek carry?

About 1,610 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is SR 25 over Cottonwood Creek?

The structure is 68 ft (20.7 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m).

Who owns SR 25 over Cottonwood Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.