US Bridges

W. Fourth ST over Stream

Fair

Autauga County, Alabama · In Prattville · Structure no. 002737

Built
1942
83 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
27 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
5,940
2011 count
Owner
City
City or Municipal Highway Agency

About this bridge

W. Fourth ST over Stream is a concrete continuous culvert carrying W. Fourth ST over Stream in Autauga County, Alabama. It was built in 1942, so it is 83 years old, older than the Alabama average of 51.1 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 5,940 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 9,270 by 2031. The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long and 52 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesW. Fourth ST
CrossesStream
LocationIn Prattville
RouteState Highway 206
CountyAutauga County
StateAlabama
Coordinates32.46333, -86.47333
Functional classUrban Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating55.3 US tons
Inventory rating33.2 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadH 15
Structure length27 ft (8.2 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width52 ft (15.8 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,940 (2011)
Projected traffic9,270 by 2031
Trucks6%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Maintained byCity or Municipal Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening of existing bridge without deck rehabilitation
Estimated improvement cost$507,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was W. Fourth ST over Stream built?

It was built in 1942, making it 83 years old in 2025.

What condition is W. Fourth ST over Stream in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in April 2024.

How much traffic does W. Fourth ST over Stream carry?

About 5,940 vehicles per day (2011 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.

How long is W. Fourth ST over Stream?

The structure is 27 ft (8.2 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m) and a deck 52 ft wide.

Who owns W. Fourth ST over Stream?

It is owned by the City or Municipal Highway Agency.