US Bridges

Al 215 over Ut Rum Creek

Fair

Tuscaloosa County, Alabama · 1.2 MI S US 11 Bypass · Structure no. 006086

Built
1936
89 years old, rebuilt 1958
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
21 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
8,299
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Al 215 over Ut Rum Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Al 215 over Ut Rum Creek in Tuscaloosa County, Alabama. It was built in 1936 and reconstructed in 1958, so it is 89 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 5 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 8,299 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,599 by 2043. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesAl 215
CrossesUt Rum Creek
Location1.2 MI S US 11 Bypass
RouteState Highway 215
CountyTuscaloosa County
StateAlabama
Coordinates33.1516, -87.5318
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating80.2 US tons
Inventory rating48.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span7 ft (2.1 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic8,299 (2020)
Projected traffic13,599 by 2043
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$1.4 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Al 215 over Ut Rum Creek built?

It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 1958.

What condition is Al 215 over Ut Rum 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does Al 215 over Ut Rum Creek carry?

About 8,299 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is Al 215 over Ut Rum Creek?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 7 ft (2.1 m).

Who owns Al 215 over Ut Rum Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.