US Bridges

Al 41 over Alabama River

Fair

Dallas County, Alabama · 1.0 Mi.N.Of US 80 · Structure no. 010340

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected October 2024
Type
Girder and Floorbeam System
Steel Continuous
Length
1,514 ft
3 main spans
Daily traffic
10,540
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Al 41 over Alabama River is a steel continuous girder and floorbeam system carrying Al 41 over Alabama River in Dallas County, Alabama. It was built in 1970, so it is 55 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 10,540 vehicles a day, roughly 17% of them trucks, projected to reach 13,066 by 2033. The structure is 1,514 ft (461.5 m) long and 43 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.7 mi (14 km).

Location

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CarriesAl 41
CrossesAlabama River
Location1.0 Mi.N.Of US 80
RouteState Highway 41
CountyDallas County
StateAlabama
Coordinates32.38512, -86.99992
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
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionOctober 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating41.3 US tons
Inventory rating24.7 US tons

Structure

Structure typeGirder and Floorbeam System
MaterialSteel Continuous
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans3 (+11 approach)
Design loadHS 20
Structure length1,514 ft (461.5 m)
Longest span220 ft (67.1 m)
Deck width43 ft (13 m)
Roadway width39 ft (11.9 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic10,540 (2013)
Projected traffic13,066 by 2033
Trucks17%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.7 mi (14 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 proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost$14.6 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNavigation control on waterway (bridge permit required)

Frequently asked questions

When was Al 41 over Alabama River built?

It was built in 1970, making it 55 years old in 2025.

What condition is Al 41 over Alabama River 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 October 2024.

How much traffic does Al 41 over Alabama River carry?

About 10,540 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 17% are trucks.

How long is Al 41 over Alabama River?

The structure is 1,514 ft (461.5 m) long with a longest span of 220 ft (67.1 m) and a deck 43 ft wide.

Who owns Al 41 over Alabama River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.