US Bridges

CO RD 235 Off CR36 over South Spur Beaver Dam Ck

Good

Dale County, Alabama · S-16 T-6-N R-23-E · Structure no. 014798

Built
1989
36 years old
Condition
Good
inspected September 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
37 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
23
2007 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

CO RD 235 Off CR36 over South Spur Beaver Dam Ck is a concrete culvert carrying CO RD 235 Off CR36 over South Spur Beaver Dam Ck in Dale County, Alabama. It was built in 1989, so it is 36 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 23 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 34 by 2034. The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long and 56 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).

CarriesCO RD 235 Off CR36
CrossesSouth Spur Beaver Dam Ck
LocationS-16 T-6-N R-23-E
RouteCounty Highway 0
StateAlabama
Coordinates31.49954, -85.74782
Functional classRural Minor Collector

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionSeptember 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 adequacy6: Equal to present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating81 US tons
Inventory rating48.6 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length37 ft (11.3 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width56 ft (17.1 m)
Roadway width54 ft (16.6 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic23 (2007)
Projected traffic34 by 2034
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed6.2 mi (10 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerCounty Highway Agency
Maintained byCounty Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$642,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was CO RD 235 Off CR36 over South Spur Beaver Dam Ck built?

It was built in 1989, making it 36 years old in 2025.

What condition is CO RD 235 Off CR36 over South Spur Beaver Dam Ck 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 September 2024.

How much traffic does CO RD 235 Off CR36 over South Spur Beaver Dam Ck carry?

About 23 vehicles per day (2007 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is CO RD 235 Off CR36 over South Spur Beaver Dam Ck?

The structure is 37 ft (11.3 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m) and a deck 56 ft wide.

Who owns CO RD 235 Off CR36 over South Spur Beaver Dam Ck?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.