HWY 83 over East Choctawhatchee R
GoodPosted for loadDale County, Alabama · SEC-10 T-5-N R-26-E · Structure no. 006685
- Built
- 1959
- 66 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected August 2023
- Type
- Tee Beam
- Concrete
- Length
- 136 ft
- 4 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 552
- 2000 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
HWY 83 over East Choctawhatchee R is a concrete tee beam carrying HWY 83 over East Choctawhatchee R in Dale County, Alabama. It was built in 1959, so it is 66 years old, older 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. Its operating status is: posted for load restriction.
It carries about 552 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 820 by 2034. The structure is 136 ft (41.5 m) long and 25 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
Location
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All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was HWY 83 over East Choctawhatchee R built?
It was built in 1959, making it 66 years old in 2025.
What condition is HWY 83 over East Choctawhatchee R 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 August 2023.
How much traffic does HWY 83 over East Choctawhatchee R carry?
About 552 vehicles per day (2000 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is HWY 83 over East Choctawhatchee R?
The structure is 136 ft (41.5 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m) and a deck 25 ft wide.
Who owns HWY 83 over East Choctawhatchee R?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.