Brickyard Rd(co 61 over Cochgalechee Creek
FairPosted for loadRussell County, Alabama · 2.5 MI SW US 280 (us 431) · Structure no. 003696
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 150 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,500
- 2024 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Brickyard Rd(co 61 over Cochgalechee Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying Brickyard Rd(co 61 over Cochgalechee Creek in Russell County, Alabama. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 years old, older than the Alabama average of 51.1 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 1,500 vehicles a day, roughly 30% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,000 by 2044. The structure is 150 ft (45.7 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Brickyard Rd(co 61 over Cochgalechee Creek built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.
What condition is Brickyard Rd(co 61 over Cochgalechee Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in April 2024.
How much traffic does Brickyard Rd(co 61 over Cochgalechee Creek carry?
About 1,500 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 30% are trucks.
How long is Brickyard Rd(co 61 over Cochgalechee Creek?
The structure is 150 ft (45.7 m) long with a longest span of 30 ft (9.1 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns Brickyard Rd(co 61 over Cochgalechee Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.