Al - 144 over Shelor Creek
FairSt. Clair County, Alabama · 5.5 Mi. No. US 231 · Structure no. 002458
- Built
- 1940
- 85 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected April 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 34 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,578
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Al - 144 over Shelor Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Al - 144 over Shelor Creek in St. Clair County, Alabama. It was built in 1940, so it is 85 years old, older 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 6 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 2,578 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,942 by 2044. The structure is 34 ft (10.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.3 mi (31 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Al - 144 over Shelor Creek built?
It was built in 1940, making it 85 years old in 2025.
What condition is Al - 144 over Shelor 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 April 2023.
How much traffic does Al - 144 over Shelor Creek carry?
About 2,578 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Al - 144 over Shelor Creek?
The structure is 34 ft (10.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Al - 144 over Shelor Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.