CO 511 over Shelton Creek
GoodTalladega County, Alabama · 0.8 MI W Clay *tallline · Structure no. 002626
- Built
- 1941
- 84 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 40 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,290
- 2018 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
CO 511 over Shelton Creek is a concrete culvert carrying CO 511 over Shelton Creek in Talladega County, Alabama. It was built in 1941, so it is 84 years old, older 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 1,290 vehicles a day, roughly 15% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,525 by 2038. The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was CO 511 over Shelton Creek built?
It was built in 1941, making it 84 years old in 2025.
What condition is CO 511 over Shelton 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does CO 511 over Shelton Creek carry?
About 1,290 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 15% are trucks.
How long is CO 511 over Shelton Creek?
The structure is 40 ft (12.2 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns CO 511 over Shelton Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.