US Bridges

Paradise Falls Rd. over Stream

FairPosted for load

Conecuh County, Alabama · CO 71 to Butler CO · Structure no. 018618

Built
2000
25 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected January 2025
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Wood or Timber
Length
46 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
50
2000 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Paradise Falls Rd. over Stream is a wood or timber stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Paradise Falls Rd. over Stream in Conecuh County, Alabama. It was built in 2000, so it is 25 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 115 by 2035. The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long and 16 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 5 mi (8 km).

Location

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CarriesParadise Falls Rd.
CrossesStream
LocationCO 71 to Butler CO
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyConecuh County
StateAlabama
Coordinates31.50897, -86.78856
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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionJanuary 2025
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating42.8 US tons
Inventory rating31.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialWood or Timber
DeckWood or timber
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length46 ft (14 m)
Longest span15 ft (4.6 m)
Deck width16 ft (5 m)
Roadway width15 ft (4.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deck99 ft (30.2 m)

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic50 (2000)
Projected traffic115 by 2035
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed5 mi (8 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 proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$251,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Paradise Falls Rd. over Stream built?

It was built in 2000, making it 25 years old in 2025.

What condition is Paradise Falls Rd. over Stream 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 January 2025.

How much traffic does Paradise Falls Rd. over Stream carry?

About 50 vehicles per day (2000 count).

How long is Paradise Falls Rd. over Stream?

The structure is 46 ft (14 m) long with a longest span of 15 ft (4.6 m) and a deck 16 ft wide.

Who owns Paradise Falls Rd. over Stream?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.