US Bridges

US 31 over CSX RR * City Streets

Fair

Conecuh County, Alabama · Downtown Evergreen · Structure no. 001390

Built
1936
89 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel Continuous
Length
713 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
5,382
2021 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 31 over CSX RR * City Streets is a steel continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 31 over CSX RR * City Streets in Conecuh County, Alabama. It was built in 1936, so it is 89 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 5,382 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 8,073 by 2041. The structure is 713 ft (217.3 m) long and 46 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 31
CrossesCSX RR * City Streets
LocationDowntown Evergreen
RouteU.S. Route 31
CountyConecuh County
StateAlabama
Coordinates31.43451, -86.95428
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
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 inspectionFebruary 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 geometry4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating56.9 US tons
Inventory rating34 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans2 (+17 approach)
Design loadH 15
Structure length713 ft (217.3 m)
Longest span67 ft (20.4 m)
Deck width46 ft (14.1 m)
Roadway width36 ft (10.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,382 (2021)
Projected traffic8,073 by 2041
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway and railroad
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$7.5 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 31 over CSX RR * City Streets built?

It was built in 1936, making it 89 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 31 over CSX RR * City Streets 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 February 2023.

How much traffic does US 31 over CSX RR * City Streets carry?

About 5,382 vehicles per day (2021 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is US 31 over CSX RR * City Streets?

The structure is 713 ft (217.3 m) long with a longest span of 67 ft (20.4 m) and a deck 46 ft wide.

Who owns US 31 over CSX RR * City Streets?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.