Al 171 over Bear Creek
FairTuscaloosa County, Alabama · Fayette CO Line · Structure no. 004678
- Built
- 1953
- 72 years old, rebuilt 2013
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 21 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,345
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Al 171 over Bear Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Al 171 over Bear Creek in Tuscaloosa County, Alabama. It was built in 1953 and reconstructed in 2013, so it is 72 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 2,345 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,843 by 2044. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 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 171 over Bear Creek built?
It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2013.
What condition is Al 171 over Bear 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 February 2024.
How much traffic does Al 171 over Bear Creek carry?
About 2,345 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Al 171 over Bear Creek?
The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Al 171 over Bear Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.