CR 42 over Brushy Creek
GoodMonroe County, Alabama · 2.9 MI E of SR 21 · Structure no. 020482
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 20 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 500
- 2011 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CR 42 over Brushy Creek is a concrete culvert carrying CR 42 over Brushy Creek in Monroe County, Alabama. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 years old, older 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 500 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 300 by 2029. The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long and 20 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was CR 42 over Brushy Creek built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.
What condition is CR 42 over Brushy 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does CR 42 over Brushy Creek carry?
About 500 vehicles per day (2011 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is CR 42 over Brushy Creek?
The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 20 ft wide.
Who owns CR 42 over Brushy Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.