US Bridges

US 45 over Little Creek

Good

Washington County, Alabama · 4.9MI N Deer Park · Structure no. 016891

Built
1997
28 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
43 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
2,500
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 45 over Little Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 45 over Little Creek in Washington County, Alabama. It was built in 1997, so it is 28 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 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 2,500 vehicles a day, roughly 20% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,380 by 2033. The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesUS 45
CrossesLittle Creek
Location4.9MI N Deer Park
RouteU.S. Route 45
StateAlabama
Coordinates31.27387, -88.33408
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionNovember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98 US tons
Inventory rating98 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length43 ft (13.1 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 traffic2,500 (2013)
Projected traffic3,380 by 2033
Trucks20%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$757,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 45 over Little Creek built?

It was built in 1997, making it 28 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 45 over Little 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 November 2024.

How much traffic does US 45 over Little Creek carry?

About 2,500 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 20% are trucks.

How long is US 45 over Little Creek?

The structure is 43 ft (13.1 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 45 over Little Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.