I 20 over Fishing Creek
FairSt. Clair County, Alabama · I 20 * Fish Creek · Structure no. 007220
- Built
- 1961
- 64 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 37 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 43,320
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
I 20 over Fishing Creek is a concrete culvert carrying I 20 over Fishing Creek in St. Clair County, Alabama. It was built in 1961, so it is 64 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 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 43,320 vehicles a day, roughly 35% of them trucks, projected to reach 52,338 by 2044. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was I 20 over Fishing Creek built?
It was built in 1961, making it 64 years old in 2025.
What condition is I 20 over Fishing 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does I 20 over Fishing Creek carry?
About 43,320 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 35% are trucks.
How long is I 20 over Fishing Creek?
The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns I 20 over Fishing Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.