US Bridges

Old Sylacauga HWY over Unamed Trib Shirtee Crk

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Talladega County, Alabama · 0.2 MI Nth Int Alabama Av · Structure no. 019638

Built
1950
75 years old
Condition
Good
inspected July 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
39 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,925
2016 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Old Sylacauga HWY over Unamed Trib Shirtee Crk is a concrete culvert carrying Old Sylacauga HWY over Unamed Trib Shirtee Crk in Talladega County, Alabama. It was built in 1950, so it is 75 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 3,925 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,450 by 2034. The structure is 39 ft (11.8 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesOld Sylacauga HWY
CrossesUnamed Trib Shirtee Crk
Location0.2 MI Nth Int Alabama Av
RouteCounty Highway 45
CountyTalladega County
StateAlabama
Coordinates33.19175, -86.27361
Functional classUrban 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 inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating67.2 US tons
Inventory rating40.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length39 ft (11.8 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width26 ft (8 m)
Roadway width23 ft (7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,925 (2016)
Projected traffic4,450 by 2034
Trucks5%
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$306,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Old Sylacauga HWY over Unamed Trib Shirtee Crk built?

It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.

What condition is Old Sylacauga HWY over Unamed Trib Shirtee Crk 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does Old Sylacauga HWY over Unamed Trib Shirtee Crk carry?

About 3,925 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is Old Sylacauga HWY over Unamed Trib Shirtee Crk?

The structure is 39 ft (11.8 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.

Who owns Old Sylacauga HWY over Unamed Trib Shirtee Crk?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.