US Bridges

SR 9 over Norfolk Southern R/R

Fair

Calhoun County, Alabama · 2.5 MI N JCT US 78 · Structure no. 005152

Built
1955
70 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected March 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
188 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
3,151
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

SR 9 over Norfolk Southern R/R is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying SR 9 over Norfolk Southern R/R in Calhoun County, Alabama. It was built in 1955, so it is 70 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 5 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 3,151 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,411 by 2043. The structure is 188 ft (57.3 m) long and 29 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesSR 9
CrossesNorfolk Southern R/R
Location2.5 MI N JCT US 78
RouteState Highway 9
CountyCalhoun County
StateAlabama
Coordinates33.67138, -85.66856
Functional classRural 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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMarch 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating39.8 US tons
Inventory rating23.9 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+4 approach)
Design loadH 15
Structure length188 ft (57.3 m)
Longest span44 ft (13.4 m)
Deck width29 ft (8.9 m)
Roadway width24 ft (7.3 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,151 (2023)
Projected traffic4,411 by 2043
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$1.5 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was SR 9 over Norfolk Southern R/R built?

It was built in 1955, making it 70 years old in 2025.

What condition is SR 9 over Norfolk Southern R/R 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 March 2023.

How much traffic does SR 9 over Norfolk Southern R/R carry?

About 3,151 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is SR 9 over Norfolk Southern R/R?

The structure is 188 ft (57.3 m) long with a longest span of 44 ft (13.4 m) and a deck 29 ft wide.

Who owns SR 9 over Norfolk Southern R/R?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.