Watermelon Road over Yellow Creek
GoodTuscaloosa County, Alabama · 13.2 MI NE of JCT US N 82 · Structure no. 008917
- Built
- 1965
- 60 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected September 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 50 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 350
- 1996 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Watermelon Road over Yellow Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Watermelon Road over Yellow Creek in Tuscaloosa County, Alabama. It was built in 1965, so it is 60 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 350 vehicles a day, roughly 10% of them trucks, projected to reach 400 by 2036. The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Watermelon Road over Yellow Creek built?
It was built in 1965, making it 60 years old in 2025.
What condition is Watermelon Road over Yellow 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 September 2024.
How much traffic does Watermelon Road over Yellow Creek carry?
About 350 vehicles per day (1996 count), of which roughly 10% are trucks.
How long is Watermelon Road over Yellow Creek?
The structure is 50 ft (15.2 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns Watermelon Road over Yellow Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.