US 82 over Rice Creek
FairTuscaloosa County, Alabama · 2.8 MI W US 43 · Structure no. 013892
- Built
- 1986
- 39 years old, rebuilt 2005
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 25 ft
- 2 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 14,930
- 2016 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 82 over Rice Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 82 over Rice Creek in Tuscaloosa County, Alabama. It was built in 1986 and reconstructed in 2005, so it is 39 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 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 14,930 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,331 by 2044. The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 82 over Rice Creek built?
It was built in 1986, making it 39 years old in 2025. It was reconstructed in 2005.
What condition is US 82 over Rice 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does US 82 over Rice Creek carry?
About 14,930 vehicles per day (2016 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is US 82 over Rice Creek?
The structure is 25 ft (7.6 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m).
Who owns US 82 over Rice Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.