SR 69 over Whirl Creek
GoodMarengo County, Alabama · 2.6 MI N of Linden · Structure no. 017678
- Built
- 2020
- 5 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 39 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,860
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 69 over Whirl Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 69 over Whirl Creek in Marengo County, Alabama. It was built in 2020, so it is 5 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 1,860 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,418 by 2033. The structure is 39 ft (12 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 18 mi (29 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 69 over Whirl Creek built?
It was built in 2020, making it 5 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 69 over Whirl 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 Whirl Creek carry?
About 1,860 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is SR 69 over Whirl Creek?
The structure is 39 ft (12 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns SR 69 over Whirl Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.