US Bridges

US 45 over Magee Creek

Fair

Mobile County, Alabama · 2 MI S CO RD 55 · Structure no. 002116

Built
1931
94 years old, rebuilt 1940
Condition
Fair
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
37 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
11,339
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 45 over Magee Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 45 over Magee Creek in Mobile County, Alabama. It was built in 1931 and reconstructed in 1940, so it is 94 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 11,339 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,009 by 2043. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 45
CrossesMagee Creek
Location2 MI S CO RD 55
RouteU.S. Route 45
CountyMobile County
StateAlabama
Coordinates30.8231, -88.16566
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
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
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating76.3 US tons
Inventory rating45.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length37 ft (11.3 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,339 (2023)
Projected traffic17,009 by 2043
Trucks10%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed13 mi (21 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

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$446,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 45 over Magee Creek built?

It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1940.

What condition is US 45 over Magee 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does US 45 over Magee Creek carry?

About 11,339 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.

How long is US 45 over Magee Creek?

The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns US 45 over Magee Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.