US Bridges

US 84 MP 142.481 over Yellow River Relief

Good

Covington County, Alabama · 5.1 Mi.West US 331 · Structure no. 017959

Built
2005
20 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
180 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
3,405
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 84 MP 142.481 over Yellow River Relief is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 84 MP 142.481 over Yellow River Relief in Covington County, Alabama. It was built in 2005, so it is 20 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 8 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 180 ft (54.9 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesUS 84 MP 142.481
CrossesYellow River Relief
Location5.1 Mi.West US 331
RouteU.S. Route 84
StateAlabama
Coordinates31.2746, -86.34564
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
Deck8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
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 evaluation8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating75.8 US tons
Inventory rating45.4 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3
Design loadHS 20
Structure length180 ft (54.9 m)
Longest span60 ft (18.3 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.9 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.1 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic3,405 (2013)
Projected traffic4,568 by 2033
Trucks11%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-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$2.1 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 84 MP 142.481 over Yellow River Relief built?

It was built in 2005, making it 20 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 84 MP 142.481 over Yellow River Relief 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 142.481 over Yellow River Relief carry?

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

How long is US 84 MP 142.481 over Yellow River Relief?

The structure is 180 ft (54.9 m) long with a longest span of 60 ft (18.3 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns US 84 MP 142.481 over Yellow River Relief?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.