US Bridges

Raines Rd. over Tributory Murder Creek

GoodPosted for load

Conecuh County, Alabama · 3 Mi. Sth Fairnelson · Structure no. 019863

Built
2007
18 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Steel
Length
149 ft
5 main spans
Daily traffic
75
1995 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

Raines Rd. over Tributory Murder Creek is a steel stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Raines Rd. over Tributory Murder Creek in Conecuh County, Alabama. It was built in 2007, so it is 18 years old, younger than the Alabama average of 51.1 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.

It carries about 75 vehicles a day, projected to reach 99 by 2033. The structure is 149 ft (45.4 m) long and 14 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesRaines Rd.
CrossesTributory Murder Creek
Location3 Mi. Sth Fairnelson
RouteCounty Highway 0
CountyConecuh County
StateAlabama
Coordinates31.5296, -87.06047
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusPosted for load restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour within limits of footing or piles
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Operating rating24.9 US tons
Inventory rating18.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeStringer/Multi-beam or Girder
MaterialSteel
DeckWood or timber
Main spans5
Design loadUnknown
Structure length149 ft (45.4 m)
Longest span32 ft (9.8 m)
Deck width14 ft (4.4 m)
Roadway width13 ft (4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic75 (1995)
Projected traffic99 by 2033
Trucks0%
Lanes on structure1
Traffic directionOne-lane bridge for two-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$584,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Raines Rd. over Tributory Murder Creek built?

It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.

What condition is Raines Rd. over Tributory Murder Creek in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in September 2024.

How much traffic does Raines Rd. over Tributory Murder Creek carry?

About 75 vehicles per day (1995 count).

How long is Raines Rd. over Tributory Murder Creek?

The structure is 149 ft (45.4 m) long with a longest span of 32 ft (9.8 m) and a deck 14 ft wide.

Who owns Raines Rd. over Tributory Murder Creek?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.