US Bridges

US 43 over Springfield Creek

Good

Marengo County, Alabama · Linden · Structure no. 018491

Built
2008
17 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
52 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
5,900
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 43 over Springfield Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 43 over Springfield Creek in Marengo County, Alabama. It was built in 2008, so it is 17 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 5,900 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,579 by 2033. The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 24.2 mi (39 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 43
CrossesSpringfield Creek
LocationLinden
RouteU.S. Route 43
CountyMarengo County
StateAlabama
Coordinates32.29008, -87.79681
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating38 US tons
Inventory rating22.8 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length52 ft (15.8 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.7 m)
Roadway width37 ft (11.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,900 (2013)
Projected traffic7,579 by 2033
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed24.2 mi (39 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$548,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 43 over Springfield Creek built?

It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 43 over Springfield 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does US 43 over Springfield Creek carry?

About 5,900 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is US 43 over Springfield Creek?

The structure is 52 ft (15.8 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns US 43 over Springfield Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.