US Bridges

US 31 over Autrey Creek

Fair

Conecuh County, Alabama · 2.3 MI S SR 84 · Structure no. 013230

Built
1984
41 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2025
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
31 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,462
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 31 over Autrey Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 31 over Autrey Creek in Conecuh County, Alabama. It was built in 1984, so it is 41 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 3,462 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,193 by 2043. The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 14.3 mi (23 km).

CarriesUS 31
CrossesAutrey Creek
Location2.3 MI S SR 84
RouteU.S. Route 31
StateAlabama
Coordinates31.38719, -87.01899
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating98 US tons
Inventory rating65.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length31 ft (9.4 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,462 (2023)
Projected traffic5,193 by 2043
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed14.3 mi (23 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$421,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 31 over Autrey Creek built?

It was built in 1984, making it 41 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 31 over Autrey Creek 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 2025.

How much traffic does US 31 over Autrey Creek carry?

About 3,462 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is US 31 over Autrey Creek?

The structure is 31 ft (9.4 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns US 31 over Autrey Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.