18th ST over Town Creek
FairWalker County, Alabama · 18th ST * 2nd Ave · Structure no. 009997
- Built
- 1969
- 56 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected December 2024
- Type
- Culvert
- Concrete
- Length
- 58 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 2,000
- 2024 count
- Owner
- City
- City or Municipal Highway Agency
About this bridge
18th ST over Town Creek is a concrete culvert carrying 18th ST over Town Creek in Walker County, Alabama. It was built in 1969, so it is 56 years old, older 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 2,000 vehicles a day, roughly 1% of them trucks, projected to reach 2,500 by 2044. The structure is 58 ft (17.7 m) long and 73 ft wide.
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 | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Culvert | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was 18th ST over Town Creek built?
It was built in 1969, making it 56 years old in 2025.
What condition is 18th ST over Town 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 18th ST over Town Creek carry?
About 2,000 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 1% are trucks.
How long is 18th ST over Town Creek?
The structure is 58 ft (17.7 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 73 ft wide.
Who owns 18th ST over Town Creek?
It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.