Gorgas Road over Pattys Creek
GoodTuscaloosa County, Alabama · 1.3 MI N of JCT US No 43 · Structure no. 004169
- Built
- 1951
- 74 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 31 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 345
- 1996 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Gorgas Road over Pattys Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Gorgas Road over Pattys 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 345 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 450 by 2034. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 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 Gorgas Road over Pattys Creek built?
It was built in 1951, making it 74 years old in 2025.
What condition is Gorgas Road over Pattys 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does Gorgas Road over Pattys Creek carry?
About 345 vehicles per day (1996 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.
How long is Gorgas Road over Pattys Creek?
The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Gorgas Road over Pattys Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.