US Bridges

AL-195 over Charlies Creek

Good

Walker County, Alabama · 2 MI S Thach · Structure no. 000692

Built
1929
96 years old
Condition
Good
inspected October 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
4,130
2020 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

AL-195 over Charlies Creek is a concrete culvert carrying AL-195 over Charlies Creek in Walker County, Alabama. It was built in 1929, so it is 96 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 4,130 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,039 by 2041. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesAL-195
CrossesCharlies Creek
Location2 MI S Thach
RouteState Highway 195
StateAlabama
Coordinates33.9483, -87.3276
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating62.5 US tons
Inventory rating37.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadUnknown
Structure length22 ft (6.7 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,130 (2020)
Projected traffic5,039 by 2041
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$405,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was AL-195 over Charlies Creek built?

It was built in 1929, making it 96 years old in 2025.

What condition is AL-195 over Charlies 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 October 2023.

How much traffic does AL-195 over Charlies Creek carry?

About 4,130 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is AL-195 over Charlies Creek?

The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns AL-195 over Charlies Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.