US Bridges

J.P. Howard Rd. over Tributary to Simmons Ck.

FairPosted for load

Conecuh County, Alabama · 3MI SE Centerville · Structure no. 016734

Built
1994
31 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2025
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Wood or Timber
Length
42 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
40
1995 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

J.P. Howard Rd. over Tributary to Simmons Ck. is a wood or timber stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying J.P. Howard 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 40 vehicles a day, projected to reach 71 by 2034. The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long and 16 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 3.7 mi (6 km).

Location

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CarriesJ.P. Howard Rd.
CrossesTributary to Simmons Ck.
Location3MI SE Centerville
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyConecuh County
StateAlabama
Coordinates31.37751, -86.82461
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 inspectionFebruary 2025
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 adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Operating rating30.9 US tons
Inventory rating22.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialWood or Timber
DeckWood or timber
Main spans3
Design loadUnknown
Structure length42 ft (12.8 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 traffic40 (1995)
Projected traffic71 by 2034
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed3.7 mi (6 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$235,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was J.P. Howard Rd. over Tributary to Simmons Ck. built?

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

What condition is J.P. Howard 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 February 2025.

How much traffic does J.P. Howard Rd. over Tributary to Simmons Ck. carry?

About 40 vehicles per day (1995 count).

How long is J.P. Howard Rd. over Tributary to Simmons Ck.?

The structure is 42 ft (12.8 m) long with a longest span of 14 ft (4.3 m) and a deck 16 ft wide.

Who owns J.P. Howard Rd. over Tributary to Simmons Ck.?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.