US 45 over Williams Creek
GoodMobile County, Alabama · 1 MI N CO RD 55 · Structure no. 015434
- Built
- 1991
- 34 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 204 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 9,391
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 45 over Williams Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 45 over Williams Creek in Mobile County, Alabama. It was built in 1991, so it is 34 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 9,391 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,087 by 2043. The structure is 204 ft (62.2 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 34.2 mi (55 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 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 45 over Williams Creek built?
It was built in 1991, making it 34 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 45 over Williams 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 2024.
How much traffic does US 45 over Williams Creek carry?
About 9,391 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is US 45 over Williams Creek?
The structure is 204 ft (62.2 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns US 45 over Williams Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.