US 43 over Paul Bayou Creek
FairWashington County, Alabama · .4 Mi. N.Of Calvert · Structure no. 012148
- Built
- 1979
- 46 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 451 ft
- 11 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 6,180
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 43 over Paul Bayou Creek is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 43 over Paul Bayou Creek in Washington County, Alabama. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 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 6,180 vehicles a day, roughly 13% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,938 by 2033. The structure is 451 ft (137.5 m) long and 43 ft wide. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 43 over Paul Bayou Creek built?
It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 43 over Paul Bayou 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does US 43 over Paul Bayou Creek carry?
About 6,180 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 13% are trucks.
How long is US 43 over Paul Bayou Creek?
The structure is 451 ft (137.5 m) long with a longest span of 41 ft (12.5 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US 43 over Paul Bayou Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.