US Bridges

CO 191 over Clear Creek

Good

Talladega County, Alabama · 0.3 MI E CO 207 · Structure no. 011287

Built
1974
51 years old
Condition
Good
inspected January 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
60 ft
7 main spans
Daily traffic
1,785
2018 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

CO 191 over Clear Creek is a concrete culvert carrying CO 191 over Clear Creek in Talladega County, Alabama. It was built in 1974, so it is 51 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 1,785 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,475 by 2038. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesCO 191
CrossesClear Creek
Location0.3 MI E CO 207
RouteCounty Highway 191
StateAlabama
Coordinates33.4466, -86.23017
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating98 US tons
Inventory rating74.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans7
Design loadH 10
Structure length60 ft (18.3 m)
Longest span8 ft (2.4 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,785 (2018)
Projected traffic2,475 by 2038
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$679,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was CO 191 over Clear Creek built?

It was built in 1974, making it 51 years old in 2025.

What condition is CO 191 over Clear 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 January 2024.

How much traffic does CO 191 over Clear Creek carry?

About 1,785 vehicles per day (2018 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is CO 191 over Clear Creek?

The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 8 ft (2.4 m).

Who owns CO 191 over Clear Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.