US Bridges

CO RD 34 over Brier Creek East

Good

Washington County, Alabama · 2.42 KM E of Millry · Structure no. 016436

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Good
inspected April 2023
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
1,276
2012 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

CO RD 34 over Brier Creek East is a concrete culvert carrying CO RD 34 over Brier Creek East in Washington County, Alabama. It was built in 1995, so it is 30 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 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 1,276 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,600 by 2041. The structure is 22 ft (6.6 m) long.

CarriesCO RD 34
CrossesBrier Creek East
Location2.42 KM E of Millry
RouteCounty Highway 0
StateAlabama
Coordinates31.64701, -88.29784
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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98 US tons
Inventory rating64.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 20
Structure length22 ft (6.6 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 traffic1,276 (2012)
Projected traffic1,600 by 2041
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed—
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$385,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was CO RD 34 over Brier Creek East built?

It was built in 1995, making it 30 years old in 2025.

What condition is CO RD 34 over Brier Creek East 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 April 2023.

How much traffic does CO RD 34 over Brier Creek East carry?

About 1,276 vehicles per day (2012 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is CO RD 34 over Brier Creek East?

The structure is 22 ft (6.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns CO RD 34 over Brier Creek East?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.