US Bridges

Ramp C US 80 over Mill Creek

Fair

Russell County, Alabama · 0.15 MI E of Int US 431 · Structure no. 014514

Built
1988
37 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
68 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
3,415
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Ramp C US 80 over Mill Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Ramp C US 80 over Mill Creek in Russell County, Alabama. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 years old, younger 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 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 3,415 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,465 by 2033. The structure is 68 ft (20.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesRamp C US 80
CrossesMill Creek
Location0.15 MI E of Int US 431
RouteU.S. Route 80
CountyRussell County
StateAlabama
Coordinates32.48839, -85.03158
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionFebruary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating98 US tons
Inventory rating98 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans5
Design loadHS 20
Structure length68 ft (20.6 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,415 (2013)
Projected traffic4,465 by 2033
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkInterstate STRAHNET route

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$3.3 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Ramp C US 80 over Mill Creek built?

It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.

What condition is Ramp C US 80 over Mill 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 February 2025.

How much traffic does Ramp C US 80 over Mill Creek carry?

About 3,415 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Ramp C US 80 over Mill Creek?

The structure is 68 ft (20.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns Ramp C US 80 over Mill Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.