US Bridges

US 84 MP 119.711 over Pigeon Creek Relief

Fair

Covington County, Alabama · .2 Mi.E.Conecuh Co.L. · Structure no. 004820

Built
1954
71 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected February 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
272 ft
8 main spans
Daily traffic
2,270
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 84 MP 119.711 over Pigeon Creek Relief is a concrete tee beam carrying US 84 MP 119.711 over Pigeon Creek Relief in Covington County, Alabama. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 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 2,270 vehicles a day, roughly 19% of them trucks, projected to reach 3,045 by 2033. The structure is 272 ft (82.9 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 19.3 mi (31 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 84 MP 119.711
CrossesPigeon Creek Relief
Location.2 Mi.E.Conecuh Co.L.
RouteU.S. Route 84
CountyCovington County
StateAlabama
Coordinates31.38915, -86.6682
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 protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
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 adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating51.6 US tons
Inventory rating31 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans8
Design loadH 20
Structure length272 ft (82.9 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 traffic2,270 (2013)
Projected traffic3,045 by 2033
Trucks19%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed19.3 mi (31 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$2.1 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 84 MP 119.711 over Pigeon Creek Relief built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 84 MP 119.711 over Pigeon Creek Relief 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 119.711 over Pigeon Creek Relief carry?

About 2,270 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 19% are trucks.

How long is US 84 MP 119.711 over Pigeon Creek Relief?

The structure is 272 ft (82.9 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns US 84 MP 119.711 over Pigeon Creek Relief?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.