US Bridges

Co. Hwy. 47 over Yellowleaf Creek

Good

Shelby County, Alabama · 10 Mi.N. of Al 25 · Structure no. 014238

Built
1987
38 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
3,690
2024 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Co. Hwy. 47 over Yellowleaf Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Co. Hwy. 47 over Yellowleaf Creek in Shelby County, Alabama. It was built in 1987, so it is 38 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 3,690 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,165 by 2044. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 16.2 mi (26 km).

Location

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CarriesCo. Hwy. 47
CrossesYellowleaf Creek
Location10 Mi.N. of Al 25
RouteCounty Highway 47
CountyShelby County
StateAlabama
Coordinates33.32146, -86.61773
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98 US tons
Inventory rating77.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,690 (2024)
Projected traffic5,165 by 2044
Trucks15%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed16.2 mi (26 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$347,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Co. Hwy. 47 over Yellowleaf Creek built?

It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.

What condition is Co. Hwy. 47 over Yellowleaf 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 August 2024.

How much traffic does Co. Hwy. 47 over Yellowleaf Creek carry?

About 3,690 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.

How long is Co. Hwy. 47 over Yellowleaf Creek?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns Co. Hwy. 47 over Yellowleaf Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.