Co. Hwy. 42 over Mud Creek
GoodShelby County, Alabama · 1.2 MI W. Co. 47 · Structure no. 015596
- Built
- 1973
- 52 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Steel
- Length
- 38 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 692
- 2023 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Co. Hwy. 42 over Mud Creek is a steel culvert carrying Co. Hwy. 42 over Mud Creek in Shelby County, Alabama. It was built in 1973, so it is 52 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 692 vehicles a day, roughly 25% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,640 by 2042. The structure is 38 ft (11.5 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Co. Hwy. 42 over Mud Creek built?
It was built in 1973, making it 52 years old in 2025.
What condition is Co. Hwy. 42 over Mud 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 March 2023.
How much traffic does Co. Hwy. 42 over Mud Creek carry?
About 692 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 25% are trucks.
How long is Co. Hwy. 42 over Mud Creek?
The structure is 38 ft (11.5 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m).
Who owns Co. Hwy. 42 over Mud Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.