Co. Hwy. 280 over Little Creek
GoodShelby County, Alabama · 0.2 MI E Mt Signal Church · Structure no. 000937
- Built
- 1931
- 94 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected October 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 20 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,000
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Co. Hwy. 280 over Little Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Co. Hwy. 280 over Little Creek in Shelby County, Alabama. It was built in 1931, so it is 94 years old, older 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 1,000 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,400 by 2044. The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Co. Hwy. 280 over Little Creek built?
It was built in 1931, making it 94 years old in 2025.
What condition is Co. Hwy. 280 over Little 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 October 2024.
How much traffic does Co. Hwy. 280 over Little Creek carry?
About 1,000 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Co. Hwy. 280 over Little Creek?
The structure is 20 ft (6.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Co. Hwy. 280 over Little Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.