US Bridges

SR 1 over Little Barbour Creek

Fair

Russell County, Alabama · Station 224 + 08 · Structure no. 019246

Built
2004
21 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
6,950
2008 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 1 over Little Barbour Creek is a concrete culvert carrying SR 1 over Little Barbour Creek in Russell County, Alabama. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 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 6,950 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,830 by 2033. The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 1
CrossesLittle Barbour Creek
LocationStation 224 + 08
RouteU.S. Route 431
CountyRussell County
StateAlabama
Coordinates32.1162, -85.1507
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 inspectionJanuary 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 adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating98 US tons
Inventory rating98 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length21 ft (6.3 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic6,950 (2008)
Projected traffic13,830 by 2033
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$3.5 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 1 over Little Barbour Creek built?

It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 1 over Little Barbour 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 January 2025.

How much traffic does SR 1 over Little Barbour Creek carry?

About 6,950 vehicles per day (2008 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is SR 1 over Little Barbour Creek?

The structure is 21 ft (6.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns SR 1 over Little Barbour Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.