Co. Hwy. 28 over Little Beeswax Creek
GoodShelby County, Alabama · 0.15 Mi. West Al 145 · Structure no. 007973
- Built
- 1963
- 62 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 50 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,167
- 2025 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Co. Hwy. 28 over Little Beeswax Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Co. Hwy. 28 over Little Beeswax Creek in Shelby County, Alabama. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 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 1,167 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,634 by 2045. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).
Location
Open in Google MapsCondition and inspection
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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Co. Hwy. 28 over Little Beeswax Creek built?
It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.
What condition is Co. Hwy. 28 over Little Beeswax 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 February 2025.
How much traffic does Co. Hwy. 28 over Little Beeswax Creek carry?
About 1,167 vehicles per day (2025 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.
How long is Co. Hwy. 28 over Little Beeswax Creek?
The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.
Who owns Co. Hwy. 28 over Little Beeswax Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.