US Bridges

Whatley RD over Genetta Ditch

Fair

Montgomery County, Alabama · 0.17 MI E of Mobile HWY · Structure no. 013663

Built
1985
40 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
51 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
35
1990 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Whatley RD over Genetta Ditch is a concrete culvert carrying Whatley RD over Genetta Ditch in Montgomery County, Alabama. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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 35 vehicles a day, projected to reach 50 by 2044. The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

Location

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CarriesWhatley RD
CrossesGenetta Ditch
Location0.17 MI E of Mobile HWY
RouteCity Street 58
CountyMontgomery County
StateAlabama
Coordinates32.3325, -86.3398
Functional classUrban Local

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.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating56.9 US tons
Inventory rating34.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length51 ft (15.5 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic35 (1990)
Projected traffic50 by 2044
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed123.7 mi (199 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$398,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Whatley RD over Genetta Ditch built?

It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.

What condition is Whatley RD over Genetta Ditch 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does Whatley RD over Genetta Ditch carry?

About 35 vehicles per day (1990 count).

How long is Whatley RD over Genetta Ditch?

The structure is 51 ft (15.5 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Whatley RD over Genetta Ditch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.