US Bridges

CO RD 34 over Brier Creek West

Fair

Washington County, Alabama · 2.42 KM E of Millry · Structure no. 016438

Built
1995
30 years old
Condition
Fair
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 West is a concrete culvert carrying CO RD 34 over Brier Creek West 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 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 1,276 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,600 by 2041. The structure is 22 ft (6.7 m) long.

Location

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CarriesCO RD 34
CrossesBrier Creek West
Location2.42 KM E of Millry
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyWashington County
StateAlabama
Coordinates31.64708, -88.29406
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating45.5 US tons
Inventory rating27.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadHS 15
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 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$363,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was CO RD 34 over Brier Creek West built?

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

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

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

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

How long is CO RD 34 over Brier Creek West?

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

Who owns CO RD 34 over Brier Creek West?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.