US 43 over Bates Creek
GoodWashington County, Alabama · 3.4 MI N of Calvert · Structure no. 019799
- Built
- 2009
- 16 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected June 2023
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete
- Length
- 640 ft
- 1 main span
- Daily traffic
- 4,785
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 43 over Bates Creek is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 43 over Bates Creek in Washington County, Alabama. It was built in 2009, so it is 16 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 4,785 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 6,146 by 2033. The structure is 640 ft (195.1 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.3 mi (31 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 9 Excellent | No problems noted. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 43 over Bates Creek built?
It was built in 2009, making it 16 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 43 over Bates 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 June 2023.
How much traffic does US 43 over Bates Creek carry?
About 4,785 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.
How long is US 43 over Bates Creek?
The structure is 640 ft (195.1 m) long with a longest span of 40 ft (12.2 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.
Who owns US 43 over Bates Creek?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.