Al 216 over Texas Creek
FairTuscaloosa County, Alabama · 2.0 MI N of Abernant · Structure no. 000555
- Built
- 1928
- 97 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 3,460
- 2017 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Al 216 over Texas Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Al 216 over Texas Creek in Tuscaloosa County, Alabama. It was built in 1928, so it is 97 years old, older than the Alabama average of 51.1 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 3,460 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,688 by 2045. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.3 mi (31 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Al 216 over Texas Creek built?
It was built in 1928, making it 97 years old in 2025.
What condition is Al 216 over Texas Creek in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in January 2025.
How much traffic does Al 216 over Texas Creek carry?
About 3,460 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Al 216 over Texas Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Al 216 over Texas Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.