Co. 18 over Ihagee Creek Branch
GoodRussell County, Alabama · 1.3 MI W of Oswichee · Structure no. 015162
- Built
- 1990
- 35 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Channel Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 34 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 150
- 1989 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Co. 18 over Ihagee Creek Branch is a concrete channel beam carrying Co. 18 over Ihagee Creek Branch in Russell County, Alabama. It was built in 1990, so it is 35 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 150 vehicles a day, roughly 30% of them trucks, projected to reach 225 by 2035. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long and 30 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Co. 18 over Ihagee Creek Branch built?
It was built in 1990, making it 35 years old in 2025.
What condition is Co. 18 over Ihagee Creek Branch 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. 18 over Ihagee Creek Branch carry?
About 150 vehicles per day (1989 count), of which roughly 30% are trucks.
How long is Co. 18 over Ihagee Creek Branch?
The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m) and a deck 30 ft wide.
Who owns Co. 18 over Ihagee Creek Branch?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.