Natchez HWY over Flat Creek
GoodMobile County, Alabama · 1.3 MI S. US98 · Structure no. 018774
- Built
- 2004
- 21 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,835
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Natchez HWY over Flat Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Natchez HWY over Flat Creek in Mobile County, Alabama. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 1,835 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,727 by 2044. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Natchez HWY over Flat Creek built?
It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.
What condition is Natchez HWY over Flat 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 August 2024.
How much traffic does Natchez HWY over Flat Creek carry?
About 1,835 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Natchez HWY over Flat Creek?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).
Who owns Natchez HWY over Flat Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.