Bear Creek Road over Tabpole Creek
GoodTuscaloosa County, Alabama · 8.9 Mi. from JCT of US 69 · Structure no. 019143
- Built
- 2004
- 21 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected January 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 60 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 500
- 2020 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Bear Creek Road over Tabpole Creek is a concrete culvert carrying Bear Creek Road over Tabpole Creek in Tuscaloosa County, Alabama. It was built in 2004, so it is 21 years old, younger 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 500 vehicles a day, roughly 2% of them trucks, projected to reach 550 by 2040. The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 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 | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Culvert | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Bear Creek Road over Tabpole Creek built?
It was built in 2004, making it 21 years old in 2025.
What condition is Bear Creek Road over Tabpole 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 January 2024.
How much traffic does Bear Creek Road over Tabpole Creek carry?
About 500 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 2% are trucks.
How long is Bear Creek Road over Tabpole Creek?
The structure is 60 ft (18.3 m) long with a longest span of 16 ft (4.9 m).
Who owns Bear Creek Road over Tabpole Creek?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.