Gainesville Road over Woods Creek
GoodTuscaloosa County, Alabama · 1.6 MI NW of JCT US No 11 · Structure no. 009674
- Built
- 1968
- 57 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2023
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 31 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 450
- 2002 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Gainesville Road over Woods Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Gainesville Road over Woods Creek in Tuscaloosa County, Alabama. It was built in 1968, so it is 57 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 450 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 600 by 2035. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Gainesville Road over Woods Creek built?
It was built in 1968, making it 57 years old in 2025.
What condition is Gainesville Road over Woods 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 July 2023.
How much traffic does Gainesville Road over Woods Creek carry?
About 450 vehicles per day (2002 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is Gainesville Road over Woods Creek?
The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).
Who owns Gainesville Road over Woods Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.