US Bridges

Jp Howard Dirt RD over Tributary to Simmons Ck.

FairPosted for load

Conecuh County, Alabama · 2MI SE Centerville · Structure no. 016733

Built
1994
31 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected July 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Wood or Timber
Length
56 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
50
1995 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Jp Howard Dirt RD over Tributary to Simmons Ck. is a wood or timber stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Jp Howard Dirt RD over Tributary to Simmons Ck. in Conecuh County, Alabama. It was built in 1994, so it is 31 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 50 vehicles a day, projected to reach 87 by 2034. The structure is 56 ft (17.1 m) long and 16 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.1 mi (5 km).

Location

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CarriesJp Howard Dirt RD
CrossesTributary to Simmons Ck.
Location2MI SE Centerville
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyConecuh County
StateAlabama
Coordinates31.3872, -86.84772
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.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionJuly 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating30.8 US tons
Inventory rating22.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialWood or Timber
DeckWood or timber
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length56 ft (17.1 m)
Longest span14 ft (4.3 m)
Deck width16 ft (5 m)
Roadway width15 ft (4.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic50 (1995)
Projected traffic87 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 proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$290,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Jp Howard Dirt RD over Tributary to Simmons Ck. built?

It was built in 1994, making it 31 years old in 2025.

What condition is Jp Howard Dirt RD over Tributary to Simmons 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 July 2024.

How much traffic does Jp Howard Dirt RD over Tributary to Simmons Ck. carry?

About 50 vehicles per day (1995 count).

How long is Jp Howard Dirt RD over Tributary to Simmons Ck.?

The structure is 56 ft (17.1 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 16 ft wide.

Who owns Jp Howard Dirt RD over Tributary to Simmons Ck.?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.