US 90 over Mud Creek
FairMobile County, Alabama · 4 MI E CO RD 39 · Structure no. 000501
- Built
- 1928
- 97 years old, rebuilt 1999
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 22 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 5,291
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 90 over Mud Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 90 over Mud Creek in Mobile County, Alabama. It was built in 1928 and reconstructed in 1999, so it is 97 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 5 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 5,291 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,937 by 2043. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long and 56 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 90 over Mud Creek built?
It was built in 1928, making it 97 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1999.
What condition is US 90 over Mud 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does US 90 over Mud Creek carry?
About 5,291 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is US 90 over Mud Creek?
The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 5 ft (1.5 m) and a deck 56 ft wide.
Who owns US 90 over Mud Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.