US Bridges

AL.14 over Stream

Fair

Dallas County, Alabama · 2.0 Mi.E.Jct US.80 · Structure no. 004569

Built
1953
72 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete Continuous
Length
21 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
5,930
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

AL.14 over Stream is a concrete continuous culvert carrying AL.14 over Stream in Dallas County, Alabama. It was built in 1953, so it is 72 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 6 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 5,930 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 7,987 by 2033. The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.2 mi (18 km).

Location

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CarriesAL.14
CrossesStream
Location2.0 Mi.E.Jct US.80
RouteState Highway 14
CountyDallas County
StateAlabama
Coordinates32.43167, -86.99
Functional classRural Major Collector

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Last inspectionApril 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating40.7 US tons
Inventory rating24.4 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans3
Design loadH 15
Structure length21 ft (6.4 m)
Longest span6 ft (1.8 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic5,930 (2013)
Projected traffic7,987 by 2033
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed11.2 mi (18 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedWidening with deck rehabilitation or replacement
Estimated improvement cost$400,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was AL.14 over Stream built?

It was built in 1953, making it 72 years old in 2025.

What condition is AL.14 over Stream 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 April 2024.

How much traffic does AL.14 over Stream carry?

About 5,930 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is AL.14 over Stream?

The structure is 21 ft (6.4 m) long with a longest span of 6 ft (1.8 m).

Who owns AL.14 over Stream?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.