US Bridges

US 84 MP 126.276 over Adams Creek

Fair

Covington County, Alabama · 1 Mi. W. River Falls · Structure no. 003032

Built
1947
78 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
102 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,610
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 84 MP 126.276 over Adams Creek is a concrete tee beam carrying US 84 MP 126.276 over Adams Creek in Covington County, Alabama. It was built in 1947, so it is 78 years old, older 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.

It carries about 3,610 vehicles a day, roughly 16% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,843 by 2033. The structure is 102 ft (31.1 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 84 MP 126.276
CrossesAdams Creek
Location1 Mi. W. River Falls
RouteU.S. Route 84
CountyCovington County
StateAlabama
Coordinates31.3493, -86.56975
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry2: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of replacement
Waterway adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating45.7 US tons
Inventory rating27.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadH 20
Structure length102 ft (31.1 m)
Longest span34 ft (10.4 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.4 m)
Roadway width26 ft (7.8 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,610 (2013)
Projected traffic4,843 by 2033
Trucks16%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes
Strategic Highway NetworkNon-Interstate STRAHNET route

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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$897,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 84 MP 126.276 over Adams Creek built?

It was built in 1947, making it 78 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 84 MP 126.276 over Adams Creek 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 2024.

How much traffic does US 84 MP 126.276 over Adams Creek carry?

About 3,610 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 16% are trucks.

How long is US 84 MP 126.276 over Adams Creek?

The structure is 102 ft (31.1 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns US 84 MP 126.276 over Adams Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.