County Rt #4 over Little Bear Creek
GoodPickens County, Alabama · 0.4 MI E of JCT SR #159 · Structure no. 005791
- Built
- 1957
- 68 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 48 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 200
- 1998 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
County Rt #4 over Little Bear Creek is a concrete culvert carrying County Rt #4 over Little Bear Creek in Pickens County, Alabama. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 200 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 225 by 2030. The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long. 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 County Rt #4 over Little Bear Creek built?
It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.
What condition is County Rt #4 over Little Bear 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does County Rt #4 over Little Bear Creek carry?
About 200 vehicles per day (1998 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is County Rt #4 over Little Bear Creek?
The structure is 48 ft (14.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns County Rt #4 over Little Bear Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.