US Bridges

Hidden Creek Pkwy. over Coales Branch

Good

Shelby County, Alabama · 0.1 Mi. E of CR 33 · Structure no. 019883

Built
1999
26 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
28 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,210
2025 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

Hidden Creek Pkwy. over Coales Branch is a concrete culvert carrying Hidden Creek Pkwy. over Coales Branch in Shelby County, Alabama. It was built in 1999, so it is 26 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 1,210 vehicles a day, projected to reach 1,210 by 2045. The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 123.7 mi (199 km).

Location

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CarriesHidden Creek Pkwy.
CrossesCoales Branch
Location0.1 Mi. E of CR 33
RouteCity Street 0
CountyShelby County
StateAlabama
Coordinates33.28928, -86.80405
Functional classUrban Local

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionFebruary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating66 US tons
Inventory rating39.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length28 ft (8.5 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,210 (2025)
Projected traffic1,210 by 2045
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed123.7 mi (199 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$579,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Hidden Creek Pkwy. over Coales Branch built?

It was built in 1999, making it 26 years old in 2025.

What condition is Hidden Creek Pkwy. over Coales Branch 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 February 2025.

How much traffic does Hidden Creek Pkwy. over Coales Branch carry?

About 1,210 vehicles per day (2025 count).

How long is Hidden Creek Pkwy. over Coales Branch?

The structure is 28 ft (8.5 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).

Who owns Hidden Creek Pkwy. over Coales Branch?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.