South Forty DR over Lit Buck Creek
GoodShelby County, Alabama · Off CO RD 340 · Structure no. 016861
- Built
- 1987
- 38 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 26 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 333
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
South Forty DR over Lit Buck Creek is a concrete culvert carrying South Forty DR over Lit Buck 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 333 vehicles a day, projected to reach 597 by 2044. The structure is 26 ft (8 m) long and 64 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 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 South Forty DR over Lit Buck Creek built?
It was built in 1987, making it 38 years old in 2025.
What condition is South Forty DR over Lit 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does South Forty DR over Lit Buck Creek carry?
About 333 vehicles per day (2024 count).
How long is South Forty DR over Lit Buck Creek?
The structure is 26 ft (8 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.9 m) and a deck 64 ft wide.
Who owns South Forty DR over Lit Buck Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.