US Bridges

Co. 208 over Western R. R. of Alabama

Fair

Chambers County, Alabama · .7 Mi. S. W. Huguley · Structure no. 013066

Built
1983
42 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
158 ft
1 main span
Daily traffic
9,279
2012 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Co. 208 over Western R. R. of Alabama is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Co. 208 over Western R. R. of Alabama in Chambers County, Alabama. It was built in 1983, so it is 42 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 9,279 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,788 by 2037. The structure is 158 ft (48.2 m) long and 58 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

Location

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CarriesCo. 208
CrossesWestern R. R. of Alabama
Location.7 Mi. S. W. Huguley
RouteCounty Highway 208
CountyChambers County
StateAlabama
Coordinates32.82855, -85.22122
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
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Operating rating67.8 US tons
Inventory rating36.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans1 (+2 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length158 ft (48.2 m)
Longest span60 ft (18.3 m)
Deck width58 ft (17.7 m)
Roadway width56 ft (17 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic9,279 (2012)
Projected traffic13,788 by 2037
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRailroad
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$2.6 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was Co. 208 over Western R. R. of Alabama built?

It was built in 1983, making it 42 years old in 2025.

What condition is Co. 208 over Western R. R. of Alabama 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 July 2023.

How much traffic does Co. 208 over Western R. R. of Alabama carry?

About 9,279 vehicles per day (2012 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is Co. 208 over Western R. R. of Alabama?

The structure is 158 ft (48.2 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 58 ft wide.

Who owns Co. 208 over Western R. R. of Alabama?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.