CR 87 over Shoal Creek
GoodRandolph County, Alabama · 1.5 MI S Al 48 · Structure no. 004664
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 50 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 320
- 1991 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CR 87 over Shoal Creek is a concrete culvert carrying CR 87 over Shoal Creek in Randolph 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 320 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 448 by 2035. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was CR 87 over Shoal Creek built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.
What condition is CR 87 over Shoal 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 2024.
How much traffic does CR 87 over Shoal Creek carry?
About 320 vehicles per day (1991 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is CR 87 over Shoal Creek?
The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns CR 87 over Shoal Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.