CR 83 over Blue Springs Creek
GoodShelby County, Alabama · 0.5 MI E. CR 81 · Structure no. 020106
- Built
- 2008
- 17 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected April 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 37 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 300
- 2024 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CR 83 over Blue Springs Creek is a concrete culvert carrying CR 83 over Blue Springs Creek in Shelby County, Alabama. It was built in 2008, so it is 17 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 300 vehicles a day, projected to reach 420 by 2044. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 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 | 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 CR 83 over Blue Springs Creek built?
It was built in 2008, making it 17 years old in 2025.
What condition is CR 83 over Blue Springs 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 April 2024.
How much traffic does CR 83 over Blue Springs Creek carry?
About 300 vehicles per day (2024 count).
How long is CR 83 over Blue Springs Creek?
The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns CR 83 over Blue Springs Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.