US Bridges

SR 22 over Jones Creek

Good

Randolph County, Alabama · 10 Mi. E Tallapoosa River · Structure no. 017562

Built
2002
23 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
25 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
2,568
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 22 over Jones Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 22 over Jones Creek in Randolph County, Alabama. It was built in 2002, so it is 23 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 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 2,568 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,595 by 2043. The structure is 25 ft (7.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesSR 22
CrossesJones Creek
Location10 Mi. E Tallapoosa River
RouteState Highway 22
StateAlabama
Coordinates33.16269, -85.40483
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98 US tons
Inventory rating77.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length25 ft (7.7 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic2,568 (2023)
Projected traffic3,595 by 2043
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$724,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 22 over Jones Creek built?

It was built in 2002, making it 23 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 22 over Jones 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does SR 22 over Jones Creek carry?

About 2,568 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is SR 22 over Jones Creek?

The structure is 25 ft (7.7 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.8 m).

Who owns SR 22 over Jones Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.