Why 57 Wards Br over West Choctawhatchee R
GoodDale County, Alabama · SEC-12 T-6-N R-25-E · Structure no. 012193
- Built
- 1979
- 46 years old
- Condition
- Good
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 306 ft
- 9 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 391
- 2002 count
- Owner
- County
- County Highway Agency
About this bridge
Why 57 Wards Br over West Choctawhatchee R is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Why 57 Wards Br over West Choctawhatchee R in Dale County, Alabama. It was built in 1979, so it is 46 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 391 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 581 by 2034. The structure is 306 ft (93.3 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).
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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 | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Superstructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Substructure | 8 Very Good | No problems noted. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was Why 57 Wards Br over West Choctawhatchee R built?
It was built in 1979, making it 46 years old in 2025.
What condition is Why 57 Wards Br over West 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 July 2024.
How much traffic does Why 57 Wards Br over West Choctawhatchee R carry?
About 391 vehicles per day (2002 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is Why 57 Wards Br over West Choctawhatchee R?
The structure is 306 ft (93.3 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.
Who owns Why 57 Wards Br over West Choctawhatchee R?
It is owned by the County Highway Agency.