Al 39 over Toms Creek
GoodSumter County, Alabama · 2.7 Mi. S. of Gainesville · Structure no. 015551
- Built
- 1992
- 33 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected November 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 64 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 830
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Al 39 over Toms Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Al 39 over Toms Creek in Sumter County, Alabama. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 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 830 vehicles a day, roughly 8% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,013 by 2043. The structure is 64 ft (19.5 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 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 Al 39 over Toms Creek built?
It was built in 1992, making it 33 years old in 2025.
What condition is Al 39 over Toms 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 November 2023.
How much traffic does Al 39 over Toms Creek carry?
About 830 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 8% are trucks.
How long is Al 39 over Toms Creek?
The structure is 64 ft (19.5 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns Al 39 over Toms Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.