Al 69 over Yellow Creek
FairTuscaloosa County, Alabama · 2.7 MI S Walker CO Line · Structure no. 003820
- Built
- 1950
- 75 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected January 2025
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 65 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 1,480
- 2017 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Al 69 over Yellow Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Al 69 over Yellow Creek in Tuscaloosa 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 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 1,480 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,924 by 2045. The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 31.7 mi (51 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 69 over Yellow Creek built?
It was built in 1950, making it 75 years old in 2025.
What condition is Al 69 over Yellow 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 69 over Yellow Creek carry?
About 1,480 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is Al 69 over Yellow Creek?
The structure is 65 ft (19.8 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m).
Who owns Al 69 over Yellow Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.