US Bridges

US 29 MP 115.156 over Richland Creek

Good

Pike County, Alabama · 2 Mi. N. of Banks · Structure no. 014211

Built
1987
38 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
58 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,570
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 29 MP 115.156 over Richland Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 29 MP 115.156 over Richland Creek in Pike County, Alabama. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 1,570 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,140 by 2033. The structure is 58 ft (17.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesUS 29 MP 115.156
CrossesRichland Creek
Location2 Mi. N. of Banks
RouteU.S. Route 29
StateAlabama
Coordinates31.8175, -85.80987
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionSeptember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98 US tons
Inventory rating64.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length58 ft (17.7 m)
Longest span16 ft (4.9 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,570 (2013)
Projected traffic2,140 by 2033
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$660,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 29 MP 115.156 over Richland Creek built?

It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 29 MP 115.156 over Richland 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 2023.

How much traffic does US 29 MP 115.156 over Richland Creek carry?

About 1,570 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is US 29 MP 115.156 over Richland Creek?

The structure is 58 ft (17.7 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m).

Who owns US 29 MP 115.156 over Richland Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.