Upper Columbus Rd. over Lake Lurleen Creek
GoodTuscaloosa County, Alabama · 2.5 MI NW of JCT US No 82 · Structure no. 004110
- Built
- 1951
- 74 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 31 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 400
- 1997 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Upper Columbus Rd. over Lake Lurleen Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Upper Columbus Rd. over Lake Lurleen Creek in Tuscaloosa County, Alabama. It was built in 1951, so it is 74 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 400 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 500 by 2034. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Upper Columbus Rd. over Lake Lurleen Creek built?
It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025.
What condition is Upper Columbus Rd. over Lake Lurleen 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does Upper Columbus Rd. over Lake Lurleen Creek carry?
About 400 vehicles per day (1997 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Upper Columbus Rd. over Lake Lurleen Creek?
The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Upper Columbus Rd. over Lake Lurleen Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.