Sipsey Road over Blackwater Creek

Fair Condition86 years old3,440 vehicles/day

Location

StateAlabama
CountyWalker
Location3/4 Mile N HWY 78
CarriesSipsey Road
CrossesBlackwater Creek
Coordinates33.81667, -87.13333

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Deck5 (Fair)
Superstructure5 (Fair)
Substructure6 (Satisfactory)
Channel/Waterway8 (Very Good)
Scour Critical5 — Stable for scour

Physical Characteristics

MaterialSteel Continuous
DesignStringer/Multi-beam
Total Length367.8 ft (112.1 m)
Max Span87.9 ft (26.8 m)
Deck Width25.9 ft (7.9 m)
Deck Area885.6 sq m
Main Spans3
Year Built1940

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic3,440 (2001)
Truck Traffic7%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last Inspection423
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number002214

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