US Bridges

Mcarthur Ave over Csx/Norfolk S RR

Good

Calhoun County, Alabama · North of Bynum RD · Structure no. DAPAMCANN01137I

Built
2019
6 years old
Condition
Good
inspected November 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
192 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
9,000
2017 count
Owner
Federal
Army

About this bridge

Mcarthur Ave over Csx/Norfolk S RR is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Mcarthur Ave over Csx/Norfolk S RR in Calhoun County, Alabama. It was built in 2019, so it is 6 years old, younger than the Alabama average of 51.1 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 8 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 9,000 vehicles a day, roughly 60% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,400 by 2045. The structure is 192 ft (58.5 m) long and 50 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 13 mi (21 km).

Location

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CarriesMcarthur Ave
CrossesCsx/Norfolk S RR
LocationNorth of Bynum RD
CountyCalhoun County
StateAlabama
Coordinates33.61977, -85.97032
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionNovember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating48.6 US tons
Inventory rating37.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHL 93
Structure length192 ft (58.5 m)
Longest span98 ft (30 m)
Deck width50 ft (15.1 m)
Roadway width45 ft (13.7 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,000 (2017)
Projected traffic13,400 by 2045
Trucks60%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed13 mi (21 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerArmy
Maintained byArmy
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Mcarthur Ave over Csx/Norfolk S RR built?

It was built in 2019, making it 6 years old in 2025.

What condition is Mcarthur Ave over Csx/Norfolk S RR in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in November 2023.

How much traffic does Mcarthur Ave over Csx/Norfolk S RR carry?

About 9,000 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 60% are trucks.

How long is Mcarthur Ave over Csx/Norfolk S RR?

The structure is 192 ft (58.5 m) long with a longest span of 98 ft (30 m) and a deck 50 ft wide.

Who owns Mcarthur Ave over Csx/Norfolk S RR?

It is owned by the Army.