US Bridges

CO Rt 2 over Stream

Good

Conecuh County, Alabama · 2.5 MI N.W.Fairnelson · Structure no. 007908

Built
1963
62 years old
Condition
Good
inspected March 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
25 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
120
1995 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

CO Rt 2 over Stream is a concrete culvert carrying CO Rt 2 over Stream in Conecuh County, Alabama. It was built in 1963, so it is 62 years old, older 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 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 120 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 207 by 2035. The structure is 25 ft (7.5 m) long and 40 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

CarriesCO Rt 2
CrossesStream
Location2.5 MI N.W.Fairnelson
RouteCounty Highway 2
StateAlabama
Coordinates31.58567, -87.10151
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionMarch 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating65.9 US tons
Inventory rating39.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length25 ft (7.5 m)
Longest span12 ft (3.7 m)
Deck width40 ft (12.2 m)
Roadway width38 ft (11.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic120 (1995)
Projected traffic207 by 2035
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
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$338,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was CO Rt 2 over Stream built?

It was built in 1963, making it 62 years old in 2025.

What condition is CO Rt 2 over Stream 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 March 2024.

How much traffic does CO Rt 2 over Stream carry?

About 120 vehicles per day (1995 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is CO Rt 2 over Stream?

The structure is 25 ft (7.5 m) long with a longest span of 12 ft (3.7 m) and a deck 40 ft wide.

Who owns CO Rt 2 over Stream?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.