US 45 over Silver Creek
FairMobile County, Alabama · 2.9 MI N CO RD 55 · Structure no. 015542
- Built
- 1992
- 33 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 55 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 8,147
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 45 over Silver Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 45 over Silver Creek in Mobile County, Alabama. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 years old, younger 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 8,147 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 12,220 by 2043. The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 34.2 mi (55 km).
Location
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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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 45 over Silver Creek built?
It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 45 over Silver 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does US 45 over Silver Creek carry?
About 8,147 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.
How long is US 45 over Silver Creek?
The structure is 55 ft (16.8 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (4 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.
Who owns US 45 over Silver Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.