Co. 04 over Buck Creek
GoodRussell County, Alabama · 1.5 MI W of Cottonton · Structure no. 015127
- Built
- 1989
- 36 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 310
- 1989 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Co. 04 over Buck Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Co. 04 over Buck Creek in Russell County, Alabama. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 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 310 vehicles a day, roughly 30% of them trucks, projected to reach 530 by 2030. The structure is 25 ft (7.5 m) long and 168 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 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 Co. 04 over Buck Creek built?
It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.
What condition is Co. 04 over Buck 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does Co. 04 over Buck Creek carry?
About 310 vehicles per day (1989 count), of which roughly 30% are trucks.
How long is Co. 04 over Buck Creek?
The structure is 25 ft (7.5 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 168 ft wide.
Who owns Co. 04 over Buck Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.