Brunson 5 over Thornton Creek
GoodSumter County, Alabama · 3.8 Miles NE Rt 1202 · Structure no. 019264
- Built
- 2005
- 20 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected March 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 54 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 160
- 2021 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Brunson 5 over Thornton Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Brunson 5 over Thornton Creek in Sumter County, Alabama. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
It carries about 160 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 238 by 2039. The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long. 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Brunson 5 over Thornton Creek built?
It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.
What condition is Brunson 5 over Thornton 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 Brunson 5 over Thornton Creek carry?
About 160 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is Brunson 5 over Thornton Creek?
The structure is 54 ft (16.5 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Brunson 5 over Thornton Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.