US 11 over Kepple Creek
FairTuscaloosa County, Alabama · Coaling · Structure no. 002815
- Built
- 1945
- 80 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected May 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 7,381
- 2016 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 11 over Kepple Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 11 over Kepple Creek in Tuscaloosa County, Alabama. It was built in 1945, so it is 80 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 7,381 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,670 by 2044. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 US 11 over Kepple Creek built?
It was built in 1945, making it 80 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 11 over Kepple 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 May 2024.
How much traffic does US 11 over Kepple Creek carry?
About 7,381 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.
How long is US 11 over Kepple Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns US 11 over Kepple Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.