Upper Columbus Rd. over Wards Mill Creek
FairTuscaloosa County, Alabama · 6.7 MI NW of JCT US No 82 · Structure no. 004112
- Built
- 1951
- 74 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 300
- 1996 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Upper Columbus Rd. over Wards Mill Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Upper Columbus Rd. over Wards Mill 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 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 300 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 400 by 2036. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 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 Upper Columbus Rd. over Wards Mill Creek built?
It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025.
What condition is Upper Columbus Rd. over Wards Mill 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 June 2024.
How much traffic does Upper Columbus Rd. over Wards Mill Creek carry?
About 300 vehicles per day (1996 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Upper Columbus Rd. over Wards Mill Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Upper Columbus Rd. over Wards Mill Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.