US 231 Sbl over Tallapoosa River Relief
FairElmore County, Alabama · 0.4 Mi.N.Of Tallapoosa Ri · Structure no. 015538
- Built
- 1992
- 33 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected March 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 615 ft
- 15 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 16,115
- 2013 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 231 Sbl over Tallapoosa River Relief is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 231 Sbl over Tallapoosa River Relief in Elmore County, Alabama. It was built in 1992, so it is 33 years old, younger 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 16,115 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 21,962 by 2033. The structure is 615 ft (187.5 m) long and 55 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 | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Channel and channel protection | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 231 Sbl over Tallapoosa River Relief built?
It was built in 1992, making it 33 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 March 2024.
How much traffic does US 231 Sbl over Tallapoosa River Relief carry?
About 16,115 vehicles per day (2013 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.
How long is US 231 Sbl over Tallapoosa River Relief?
The structure is 615 ft (187.5 m) long with a longest span of 41 ft (12.5 m) and a deck 55 ft wide.
Who owns US 231 Sbl over Tallapoosa River Relief?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.