US Bridges

Roberson Mill Rd. over Tributary to Murder Ck.

FairPosted for load

Conecuh County, Alabama · 1.4 MI NW Fairnelson · Structure no. 013462

Built
1985
40 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected December 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
83 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
30
1995 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Roberson Mill Rd. over Tributary to Murder Ck. is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Roberson Mill Rd. over Tributary to Murder Ck. in Conecuh County, Alabama. It was built in 1985, so it is 40 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 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 30 vehicles a day, projected to reach 52 by 2034. The structure is 83 ft (25.3 m) long and 16 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesRoberson Mill Rd.
CrossesTributary to Murder Ck.
Location1.4 MI NW Fairnelson
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyConecuh County
StateAlabama
Coordinates31.57312, -87.09729
Functional classRural Local

Condition and inspection

Fair

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

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionDecember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating21.1 US tons
Inventory rating15 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckWood or timber
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length83 ft (25.3 m)
Longest span20 ft (6.2 m)
Deck width16 ft (4.9 m)
Roadway width15 ft (4.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic30 (1995)
Projected traffic52 by 2034
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$413,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Roberson Mill Rd. over Tributary to Murder Ck. built?

It was built in 1985, making it 40 years old in 2025.

What condition is Roberson Mill Rd. over Tributary to Murder Ck. 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 December 2024.

How much traffic does Roberson Mill Rd. over Tributary to Murder Ck. carry?

About 30 vehicles per day (1995 count).

How long is Roberson Mill Rd. over Tributary to Murder Ck.?

The structure is 83 ft (25.3 m) long with a longest span of 20 ft (6.2 m) and a deck 16 ft wide.

Who owns Roberson Mill Rd. over Tributary to Murder Ck.?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.