Firetower Road over Bates Creek
Poor Condition46 years old100 vehicles/day
Location
| State | Alabama |
| County | Washington |
| Location | Fairford |
| Carries | Firetower Road |
| Crosses | Bates Creek |
| Coordinates | 31.20572, -88.03926 |
Condition Ratings
| Overall Condition | Poor |
| Deck | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Superstructure | 6 (Satisfactory) |
| Substructure | 3 (Serious) |
| Channel/Waterway | 7 (Good) |
| Scour Critical | 8 — Stable, low risk |
Physical Characteristics
| Material | Concrete |
| Design | Channel Beam |
| Total Length | 38.1 ft (11.6 m) |
| Max Span | 19.0 ft (5.8 m) |
| Deck Width | 18.0 ft (5.5 m) |
| Deck Area | 63.8 sq m |
| Main Spans | 2 |
| Year Built | 1980 |
Traffic
| Avg Daily Traffic | 100 (1997) |
| Lanes On Bridge | 2 |
Inspection & Ownership
| Last Inspection | 723 |
| Inspection Frequency | Every 24 months |
| Owner | County Highway Agency |
| Historical Significance | Bridge is not eligible for the National Register |
| Structure Number | 017014 |