Co. Hwy. 47 over Weaver Creek
FairPosted for loadShelby County, Alabama · 0.2 Mi. So. CR 69 · Structure no. 013755
- Built
- 1938
- 87 years old, rebuilt 1986
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Steel
- Length
- 34 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 4,392
- 2025 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Co. Hwy. 47 over Weaver Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Co. Hwy. 47 over Weaver Creek in Shelby County, Alabama. It was built in 1938 and reconstructed in 1986, so it is 87 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 4,392 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,790 by 2045. The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long and 41 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Co. Hwy. 47 over Weaver Creek built?
It was built in 1938, making it 87 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1986.
What condition is Co. Hwy. 47 over Weaver 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 February 2025.
How much traffic does Co. Hwy. 47 over Weaver Creek carry?
About 4,392 vehicles per day (2025 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is Co. Hwy. 47 over Weaver Creek?
The structure is 34 ft (10.4 m) long with a longest span of 31 ft (9.4 m) and a deck 41 ft wide.
Who owns Co. Hwy. 47 over Weaver Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.