Sandfort Road over Cochgalechee Creek
GoodRussell County, Alabama · Sandfort Road · Structure no. 010740
- Built
- 1972
- 53 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 32 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,200
- 2024 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
Sandfort Road over Cochgalechee Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Sandfort Road over Cochgalechee Creek in Russell County, Alabama. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 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 2,200 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,400 by 2044. The structure is 32 ft (9.8 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 | 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 Sandfort Road over Cochgalechee Creek built?
It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.
What condition is Sandfort Road over Cochgalechee 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does Sandfort Road over Cochgalechee Creek carry?
About 2,200 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Sandfort Road over Cochgalechee Creek?
The structure is 32 ft (9.8 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Sandfort Road over Cochgalechee Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.