US Bridges

CR # 86 over Trib to Beech Ck Swamp

Good

Dallas County, Alabama · 0.34 MI E CR 81 · Structure no. 010394

Built
1970
55 years old
Condition
Good
inspected August 2024
Type
Culvert
Concrete
Length
22 ft
2 main spans
Daily traffic
150
2012 count
Owner
County
County Highway Agency

About this bridge

CR # 86 over Trib to Beech Ck Swamp is a concrete culvert carrying CR # 86 over Trib to Beech Ck Swamp 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 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 150 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 200 by 2042. The structure is 22 ft (6.6 m) long. If it were closed, the detour would be 8.1 mi (13 km).

CarriesCR # 86
CrossesTrib to Beech Ck Swamp
Location0.34 MI E CR 81
RouteCounty Highway 86
StateAlabama
Coordinates32.49453, -86.97115
Functional classRural Local

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 protection6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Culvert7 GoodSome minor problems.
Last inspectionAugust 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourFoundations stable; scour above top of footing
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating61.8 US tons
Inventory rating37.1 US tons

Structure

Structure typeCulvert
MaterialConcrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans2
Design loadH 20
Structure length22 ft (6.6 m)
Longest span10 ft (3 m)
Deck width0 ft (0 m)
Roadway width0 ft (0 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic150 (2012)
Projected traffic200 by 2042
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed8.1 mi (13 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 proposedReplacement because of substandard load-carrying capacity or roadway geometry
Estimated improvement cost$342,000 (2025 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was CR # 86 over Trib to Beech Ck Swamp built?

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

What condition is CR # 86 over Trib to Beech Ck Swamp 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 2024.

How much traffic does CR # 86 over Trib to Beech Ck Swamp carry?

About 150 vehicles per day (2012 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is CR # 86 over Trib to Beech Ck Swamp?

The structure is 22 ft (6.6 m) long with a longest span of 10 ft (3 m).

Who owns CR # 86 over Trib to Beech Ck Swamp?

It is owned by the County Highway Agency.