SR 3 over Painters Creek
GoodMorgan County, Alabama · 4.1 M N JCT SR 3 & I 65 · Structure no. 004544
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 44 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,390
- 2023 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
SR 3 over Painters Creek is a concrete continuous culvert carrying SR 3 over Painters Creek in Morgan 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 7,390 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,493 by 2033. The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was SR 3 over Painters Creek built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.
What condition is SR 3 over Painters 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 May 2023.
How much traffic does SR 3 over Painters Creek carry?
About 7,390 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is SR 3 over Painters Creek?
The structure is 44 ft (13.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns SR 3 over Painters Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.