US Bridges

US 84 MP 144.577 over Lightwood Knot Ck.Rel.

Good

Covington County, Alabama · 4.0 Mi. W.Us 331 · Structure no. 012969

Built
1982
43 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
204 ft
6 main spans
Daily traffic
3,405
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 84 MP 144.577 over Lightwood Knot Ck.Rel. is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 84 MP 144.577 over Lightwood Knot Ck.Rel. in Covington County, Alabama. It was built in 1982, so it is 43 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.

It carries about 3,405 vehicles a day, roughly 11% of them trucks, projected to reach 4,568 by 2033. The structure is 204 ft (62.2 m) long and 47 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 84 MP 144.577
CrossesLightwood Knot Ck.Rel.
Location4.0 Mi. W.Us 331
RouteU.S. Route 84
StateAlabama
Coordinates31.26998, -86.31147
Functional classRural Principal Arterial - Other

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 protection8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating86.8 US tons
Inventory rating51.9 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans6
Design loadHS 20
Structure length204 ft (62.2 m)
Longest span34 ft (10.4 m)
Deck width47 ft (14.2 m)
Roadway width44 ft (13.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,405 (2013)
Projected traffic4,568 by 2033
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$2.5 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 84 MP 144.577 over Lightwood Knot Ck.Rel. built?

It was built in 1982, making it 43 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 84 MP 144.577 over Lightwood Knot Ck.Rel. 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 February 2024.

How much traffic does US 84 MP 144.577 over Lightwood Knot Ck.Rel. carry?

About 3,405 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 11% are trucks.

How long is US 84 MP 144.577 over Lightwood Knot Ck.Rel.?

The structure is 204 ft (62.2 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m) and a deck 47 ft wide.

Who owns US 84 MP 144.577 over Lightwood Knot Ck.Rel.?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.