US Bridges

US 231 MP 28.955 over Harrison Mill Creek

Fair

Dale County, Alabama · 1.3 Mi.N.Houston Co.L. · Structure no. 005940

Built
1957
68 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected May 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
24 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
23,750
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 231 MP 28.955 over Harrison Mill Creek is a concrete culvert carrying US 231 MP 28.955 over Harrison Mill Creek in Dale County, Alabama. It was built in 1957, so it is 68 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 23,750 vehicles a day, roughly 14% of them trucks, projected to reach 30,872 by 2033. The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 231 MP 28.955
CrossesHarrison Mill Creek
Location1.3 Mi.N.Houston Co.L.
RouteU.S. Route 231
CountyDale County
StateAlabama
Coordinates31.2994, -85.48388
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
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Culvert5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionMay 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no 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
Waterway adequacy8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating98 US tons
Inventory rating98 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 15
Structure length24 ft (7.3 m)
Longest span11 ft (3.5 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic23,750 (2013)
Projected traffic30,872 by 2033
Trucks14%
Lanes on structure4
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
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$1.2 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was US 231 MP 28.955 over Harrison Mill Creek built?

It was built in 1957, making it 68 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 231 MP 28.955 over Harrison Mill 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 May 2024.

How much traffic does US 231 MP 28.955 over Harrison Mill Creek carry?

About 23,750 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 14% are trucks.

How long is US 231 MP 28.955 over Harrison Mill Creek?

The structure is 24 ft (7.3 m) long with a longest span of 11 ft (3.5 m).

Who owns US 231 MP 28.955 over Harrison Mill Creek?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.