US Bridges

CO 137 over Silver Run Creek

Good

Russell County, Alabama · 0.3 MI S JCT SR 26 · Structure no. 013561

Built
1985
40 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
39 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
7,450
2003 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

CO 137 over Silver Run Creek is a concrete culvert carrying CO 137 over Silver Run Creek in Russell County, Alabama. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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 7,450 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 14,820 by 2028. The structure is 39 ft (11.8 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 km).

CarriesCO 137
CrossesSilver Run Creek
Location0.3 MI S JCT SR 26
RouteCounty Highway 137
StateAlabama
Coordinates32.29228, -85.16923
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 inspectionFebruary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating65.9 US tons
Inventory rating39.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length39 ft (11.8 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width41 ft (12.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic7,450 (2003)
Projected traffic14,820 by 2028
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.3 mi (23 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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$493,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was CO 137 over Silver Run Creek built?

It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.

What condition is CO 137 over Silver Run 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 February 2025.

How much traffic does CO 137 over Silver Run Creek carry?

About 7,450 vehicles per day (2003 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is CO 137 over Silver Run Creek?

The structure is 39 ft (11.8 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns CO 137 over Silver Run Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.