US Bridges

Bynum-Leath Rd. over CO 072 * Scl RR

Fair

Calhoun County, Alabama · Bynum Leatherwood · Structure no. 012798

Built
1982
43 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2025
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
416 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
11,398
2019 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Bynum-Leath Rd. over CO 072 * Scl RR is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Bynum-Leath Rd. over CO 072 * Scl RR in Calhoun County, Alabama. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 years old, younger 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 11,398 vehicles a day, roughly 3% of them trucks, projected to reach 19,074 by 2045. The structure is 416 ft (126.8 m) long and 44 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesBynum-Leath Rd.
CrossesCO 072 * Scl RR
LocationBynum Leatherwood
RouteCounty Highway 47
CountyCalhoun County
StateAlabama
Coordinates33.64589, -85.90934
Functional classRural Major Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating63.8 US tons
Inventory rating38.3 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+4 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length416 ft (126.8 m)
Longest span126 ft (38.4 m)
Deck width44 ft (13.4 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic11,398 (2019)
Projected traffic19,074 by 2045
Trucks3%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
Detour if closed3.1 mi (5 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty 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$4.5 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Bynum-Leath Rd. over CO 072 * Scl RR built?

It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.

What condition is Bynum-Leath Rd. over CO 072 * Scl RR 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 January 2025.

How much traffic does Bynum-Leath Rd. over CO 072 * Scl RR carry?

About 11,398 vehicles per day (2019 count), of which roughly 3% are trucks.

How long is Bynum-Leath Rd. over CO 072 * Scl RR?

The structure is 416 ft (126.8 m) long with a longest span of 126 ft (38.4 m) and a deck 44 ft wide.

Who owns Bynum-Leath Rd. over CO 072 * Scl RR?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.