SR 59 over Watson Creek

Fair Condition100 years old1,488 vehicles/day

Location

StateAlabama
CountyBaldwin
Location6.5 Mi N Jct I-65
CarriesSR 59
CrossesWatson Creek
Coordinates31.03202, -87.84016

Condition Ratings

Overall ConditionFair
Channel/Waterway5 (Fair)
Culvert5 (Fair)
Scour Critical8 — Stable, low risk

Physical Characteristics

MaterialConcrete
DesignCulvert
Total Length21.0 ft (6.4 m)
Max Span9.8 ft (3 m)
Deck Area48 sq m
Main Spans2
Year Built1926

Traffic

Avg Daily Traffic1,488 (2023)
Truck Traffic8%
Lanes On Bridge2

Inspection & Ownership

Last InspectionDecember 2024
Inspection FrequencyEvery 24 months
OwnerState Highway Agency
Historical SignificanceBridge is not eligible for the National Register
Structure Number000360

Nearby Bridges

Canaan Road over Watson Creek 1.1 mi Fair SR 59 over Hall Creek 1.4 mi Fair Co. Rd. 21 over Rice Creek 1.4 mi Fair SR 59 over Farris Creek 3.2 mi Fair SR 59 over Aikin Creek 3.3 mi Fair SR 59 over Flat Creek 3.8 mi Fair SR 225 over Aikin Creek 3.9 mi Good SR 59 over Red Hill Creek 4.2 mi Fair SR 225 over Flat Creek 4.7 mi Good SR 225 over Rains Creek 4.7 mi Good