Co. Hwy. 26 over Buck Creek
GoodShelby County, Alabama · 0.7 MI E ST 119 · Structure no. 013308
- Built
- 1984
- 41 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 50 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,000
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Co. Hwy. 26 over Buck Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Co. Hwy. 26 over Buck Creek in Shelby County, Alabama. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 years old, younger 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 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,400 by 2044. The structure is 50 ft (15.1 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 | 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. 26 over Buck Creek built?
It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.
What condition is Co. Hwy. 26 over Buck 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does Co. Hwy. 26 over Buck Creek carry?
About 1,000 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is Co. Hwy. 26 over Buck Creek?
The structure is 50 ft (15.1 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Co. Hwy. 26 over Buck Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.