US Bridges

US 231 Sbl over Tallapoosa River Relief

Fair

Elmore County, Alabama · 1.3 Mi.N.Of Tallapoosa Ri · Structure no. 004809

Built
1954
71 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected April 2024
Type
Tee Beam
Concrete
Length
374 ft
11 main spans
Daily traffic
12,915
2013 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

US 231 Sbl over Tallapoosa River Relief is a concrete tee beam carrying US 231 Sbl over Tallapoosa River Relief in Elmore County, Alabama. It was built in 1954, so it is 71 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 12,915 vehicles a day, roughly 5% of them trucks, projected to reach 17,601 by 2033. The structure is 374 ft (114 m) long and 31 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

Location

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CarriesUS 231 Sbl
CrossesTallapoosa River Relief
Location1.3 Mi.N.Of Tallapoosa Ri
RouteU.S. Route 231
CountyElmore County
StateAlabama
Coordinates32.46719, -86.18995
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.
Superstructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Substructure6 SatisfactoryStructural elements show some minor deterioration.
Channel and channel protection7 GoodSome minor problems.
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
Deck geometry3: Basically intolerable, requiring high priority of corrective action
Waterway adequacy9: Superior to present desirable criteria
Approach roadway alignment7: Better than present minimum criteria
Operating rating42.5 US tons
Inventory rating25.5 US tons

Structure

Structure typeTee Beam
MaterialConcrete
DeckConcrete, cast-in-place
Main spans11
Design loadH 20
Structure length374 ft (114 m)
Longest span34 ft (10.4 m)
Deck width31 ft (9.4 m)
Roadway width28 ft (8.5 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic12,915 (2013)
Projected traffic17,601 by 2033
Trucks5%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionOne-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesRelief for waterway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemYes

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState 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$2.8 million (2025 estimate)
NavigationNot applicable (no waterway)

Frequently asked questions

When was US 231 Sbl over Tallapoosa River Relief built?

It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.

What condition is US 231 Sbl over Tallapoosa River Relief 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 US 231 Sbl over Tallapoosa River Relief carry?

About 12,915 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.

How long is US 231 Sbl over Tallapoosa River Relief?

The structure is 374 ft (114 m) long with a longest span of 34 ft (10.4 m) and a deck 31 ft wide.

Who owns US 231 Sbl over Tallapoosa River Relief?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.