AL-118 over Purgatory Creek
FairMarion County, Alabama · 1 MI E JCT AL-44 · Structure no. 008871
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected November 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 43 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,686
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
AL-118 over Purgatory Creek is a concrete culvert carrying AL-118 over Purgatory Creek in Marion County, Alabama. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 years old, older than the Alabama average of 51.1 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 5,686 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 10,446 by 2033. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was AL-118 over Purgatory Creek built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is AL-118 over Purgatory Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in November 2024.
How much traffic does AL-118 over Purgatory Creek carry?
About 5,686 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is AL-118 over Purgatory Creek?
The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns AL-118 over Purgatory Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.