US 231 North over Tallapoosa River Relief
FairElmore County, Alabama · 1.3 M. N.Tallapoosa River · Structure no. 004810
- 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 North over Tallapoosa River Relief is a concrete tee beam carrying US 231 North 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).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 231 North over Tallapoosa River Relief built?
It was built in 1954, making it 71 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 231 North 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 North over Tallapoosa River Relief carry?
About 12,915 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 5% are trucks.
How long is US 231 North 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 North over Tallapoosa River Relief?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.