Al 69 over Little Sandy Creek
FairTuscaloosa County, Alabama · Hinton Dairy Farm · Structure no. 012811
- Built
- 1980
- 45 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 68 ft
- 5 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 29,680
- 2016 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
Al 69 over Little Sandy Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Al 69 over Little Sandy Creek in Tuscaloosa County, Alabama. It was built in 1980, so it is 45 years old, younger 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 29,680 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 38,580 by 2044. The structure is 68 ft (20.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Al 69 over Little Sandy Creek built?
It was built in 1980, making it 45 years old in 2025.
What condition is Al 69 over Little Sandy 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 December 2024.
How much traffic does Al 69 over Little Sandy Creek carry?
About 29,680 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is Al 69 over Little Sandy Creek?
The structure is 68 ft (20.7 m) long with a longest span of 13 ft (3.9 m).
Who owns Al 69 over Little Sandy Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.