Co. Hwy. 59 over SW Fork Kelly Creek
FairShelby County, Alabama · 1.25 Mi. No. US 231 · Structure no. 014607
- Built
- 1988
- 37 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 24 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 216
- 2025 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Co. Hwy. 59 over SW Fork Kelly Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Co. Hwy. 59 over SW Fork Kelly Creek in Shelby County, Alabama. It was built in 1988, so it is 37 years old, younger 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 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 216 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 410 by 2045. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Co. Hwy. 59 over SW Fork Kelly Creek built?
It was built in 1988, making it 37 years old in 2025.
What condition is Co. Hwy. 59 over SW Fork Kelly 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. 59 over SW Fork Kelly Creek carry?
About 216 vehicles per day (2025 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Co. Hwy. 59 over SW Fork Kelly Creek?
The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.4 m).
Who owns Co. Hwy. 59 over SW Fork Kelly Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.