Al - 5 (us 11) over Opossum Creek
Poor Condition71 years old19,500 vehicles/day
Location
| State | Alabama |
| County | Jefferson |
| Location | @ Bessemer Plaza Mall |
| Carries | Al - 5 (us 11) |
| Crosses | Opossum Creek |
| Coordinates | 33.39273, -86.97258 |
Condition Ratings
| Overall Condition | Poor |
| Channel/Waterway | 5 (Fair) |
| Culvert | 4 (Poor) |
| Scour Critical | 8 — Stable, low risk |
Physical Characteristics
| Material | Concrete |
| Design | Culvert |
| Total Length | 36.1 ft (11 m) |
| Max Span | 12.1 ft (3.7 m) |
| Deck Area | 328.9 sq m |
| Main Spans | 3 |
| Year Built | 1955 |
Traffic
| Avg Daily Traffic | 19,500 (2025) |
| Truck Traffic | 3% |
| Lanes On Bridge | 4 |
Inspection & Ownership
| Last Inspection | 125 |
| Inspection Frequency | Every 24 months |
| Owner | State Highway Agency |
| Historical Significance | Bridge is not eligible for the National Register |
| Structure Number | 005115 |